Security in Nigeria

Key Security Incidents In Nigeria

03-Feb-2026

This security map indicates the intensity of threats across Nigeria in the last 7 days.

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Disclaimer: While Risk Control takes every measure to provide accurate data, we are not liable for inadvertent errors. The map is intended for informative purposes only.

Curated Security Incidents For The Past 7 Days from Jan 27, 2026 to Feb 03, 2026
No State Neighbourhood Date Incident Associated Risk Impact
21 Kwara Garin Dandi January 30, 2026 The Nigerian Army has launched Operation Igbo Danu, also known as Operation Forest Flush, leading to the neutralisation of terrorists and rescue of kidnap victims across parts of Kwara State. Kidnapping, Ransom, and Human Trafficking Medium
22 Anambra Omagba Phase 2 January 30, 2026 Fire has gutted a residential building at Fabikez Street, Omagba Phase 2, in Onitsha North Local Government Area of Anambra State, killing a 95-year-old woman who was reportedly trapped for several hours. Structural integrity, Fire Safety, and Emergency Response Medium
23 Jigawa Dutse January 30, 2026 The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, Jigawa Command, has promised to investigate a suspected trafficking case involving four persons handed to it by the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS. Organized crime, Smuggling, Exploitation Medium
24 Kebbi Maigwaza January 30, 2026 The Kebbi State Police Command has rescued two abducted victims and arrested a suspect during separate security operations in Kalgo and Dandi Local Government Areas of the state. Kidnapping Low
25 Ebonyi Okporojo January 29, 2026 Many residents are feared dead while several others have been abducted following a deadly attack on Okporojo Community in Oso Edda, Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Infrastructure damage, Supply chain disruptions, Economic instability High
26 Lagos Mushin January 29, 2026 A Lagos-based couple, identified simply as Fred and Goodness, have been arrested for allegedly staging their own kidnap and extorting N10m in ransom from their families and friends. Financial loss, Operational disruption, and Compliance breaches Medium
27 Benue Orakam January 29, 2026 Benue State Police command has confirmed that four armed bandits were neutralised during a routine checkpoint operation in Orakam on Thursday, 29 January, 2026. Security breaches, Economic instability, Community unrest Medium
28 Kebbi Mai Kaho January 29, 2026 Suspected armed bandits have attacked Jindani and Mai Kaho villages in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State, leaving several people feared dead, many injured and others abducted. Civil Unrest, Economic Instability, Human Trafficking High
29 Ebonyi Okporojo January 29, 2026 Many residents are feared dead while several others have been abducted following a deadly attack on Okporojo Community in Oso Edda, Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Community instability, Economic downturn, Infrastructure damage High
30 Kebbi Jindani January 29, 2026 Suspected armed bandits have attacked Jindani and Mai Kaho villages in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State, leaving several people feared dead, many injured and others abducted. Civil unrest, Economic instability, Infrastructure damage High
31 Ogun Agbara January 29, 2026 The Ogun State Police Command has dismantled an organised child trafficking and illegal surrogacy syndicate operating under the guise of an orphanage. Exploitation, Abuse, Child Safety High
32 Edo Aduwawa January 29, 2026 Operatives of the Edo State Security Corps, ESSC, have arrested one Joshua Philip, who is allegedly specialising in the theft of hotel facilities. Financial Loss, Operational Disruption, Supply Chain Disruption Medium
33 Adamawa Gombi January 29, 2026 A man has confessed that he participated in a plot that led to the murder of his elder brother after being promised N2 million by the plotters. Family Conflict, Emotional Distress, Trust Issues Medium
34 Adamawa Barama January 29, 2026 The incident occurred at about 2:30 a.m. on January 29 when troops responded to a distress call from Barama community in Mubi North LGA. The troops swiftly mobilised to the area and arrested two suspects who were allegedly attempting to rob a student of the Federal Polytechnic, Mubi, in the students village. Security breaches, Financial losses, Community unrest Medium
35 Lagos Ikorodu January 29, 2026 An Indian national, Mr Ramshikor Chaudi, who resides in Nigeria, has been brought before an Ikorodu Magistrates Court in Lagos over allegations that he defrauded HND Supermarket of N22 million through the use of falsified bank transfer alerts. Financial Loss, Customer Distrust, Regulatory Compliance Medium
36 Kogi Lokoja January 29, 2026 A heartbroken mother has appealed to Nigerians for help after her daughter was kidnapped while travelling to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) camp. Financial loss, Emotional trauma, Kidnapping High
37 Zamfara Gusau January 29, 2026 Gunmen believed to be bandits have abducted Ambassador Bashir Isa Gusau, the North-West Youth Leader of the Tinubu/Shettima campaign organisation in Zamfara State. Operational Disruption, Security Threats, Loss of Momentum Medium
38 Lagos Ikeja January 29, 2026 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, said its operatives arrested a Brazil based Nigerian businessman, Uche Franklin Onyekwere, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Ikeja-Lagos, for concealing parcels of cocaine in his private part and soles of his footwear. Illicit Trade, Organized Crime, Public Health Medium
39 Niger Poto January 29, 2026 The Niger State Police Command has confirmed that it has launched an investigation into the killing of two farmers in Poto village, Mokwa Local Government Area, following a violent escalation linked to a long-standing land dispute with neighbouring Ketso village. Civil Unrest, Supply Chain Disruption, Community Instability Medium
40 Plateau Taran January 29, 2026 Two people were killed and four others injured after unknown gunmen attacked a farm near an illegal mining site in Taran, Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, police have confirmed. The attack occurred at about 11:30 pm on Thursday, January 29, at a site owned by the Ban Community of Barkin-Ladi LGA. Violent Crime, Supply Chain Disruption Medium