Security in Nigeria

Key Security Incidents In Nigeria

17-Jan-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 11, 2026 to Jan 18, 2026
No State Neighbourhood Date Incident Associated Risk Impact
21 Oyo Saki January 14, 2026 A petroleum-ladden tanker, one motorcycle and other properties worth millions of naira have been destroyed by fire in Oyo State. It was reported that the incident occurred at a petroleum station in Saki in Oyo State on Wednesday. Fuel shortages, Supply chain disruptions, Economic losses Medium
22 Niger Borgu January 13, 2026 Bandits have reportedly killed an 85 year grandmother and looted food items in Borgu Local Government Area in Niger State, hours after Governor Umar Bago ordered residents of hamlets around the Kainji Lake to relocate due to security concerns. Homicide Medium
23 Edo Akwocha January 13, 2026 The Edo Police Command has arrested 18-year-old Obehi Odine for staging her own kidnapping, while 11 others were arrested for their alleged involvement in a kidnapping syndicate.The state commands Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, said exhibits, including firearms, were recovered during the operations. She was arrested for staging her own kidnap and demanding a ransom of 10 million. Kidnapping for Ransom, Human Trafficking Low
24 Kaduna Kaura January 13, 2026 Seven suspected criminals have been neutralised by troops of the Joint Task Force under Operation Enduring Peace during a raid on a criminal hideout in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, while a kidnapped woman was rescued unharmed. Security breaches, Supply chain disruptions, Human trafficking High
25 Sokoto Gajit January 13, 2026 Armed men loyal to infamous leader, Bello Turji raided Gajit community in Lajinge District, Sabon-Birni LGA, Sokoto State, leaving two people injured and kidnapping at least 20 residents. Kidnapping, Ransom Demands, Human Trafficking High
26 Jigawa Rinde Quarters January 13, 2026 Ten (10) suspects involved in series of operations in armed robbery, drug trafficking, and other crimes across the state have been apprehended by the Jigawa State Police Command. Public Safety Threats, Security Breaches, Community Unrest Medium
27 Kano Tudun Bojuwa Quarters January 13, 2026 The Kano State Police Command has foiled suspected explosive and drug trafficking attempts in two separate intelligence-led operations, leading to the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of detonating materials and illicit drugs. Illicit trade, organized crime, public health risks Medium
28 Bauchi Dagga January 13, 2026 The Bauchi State Police Command has rescued a 45-year-old man abducted by armed men in Dagga village, Toro Local Government Area of the state. Security breaches, Kidnapping, Human trafficking Medium
29 Yobe Kayari January 13, 2026 A family dispute that erupted during a wedding ceremony in Kayari village, Fune Local Government Area of Yobe State, has left one person dead and several others injured. Community unrest, Economic instability, Safety concerns Medium
30 Ondo Oda January 13, 2026 Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested a 30-year-old Togolese, John Apiah, for allegedly engaging in human trafficking and visa scams in the state. Organized crime, Public health risks, Social unrest High
31 Kano Kanye January 13, 2026 No fewer than 17 tricycles and two petrol tankers were destroyed in two separate fire incidents at filling stations in Kano State on Tuesday. The incident occurred at about 8:45 pm at AA Ayagi Filling Station, Kanye Village, along Gwarzo Road in Kabo Local Government Area of the state. Supply chain disruption, Economic losses, Business continuity Medium
32 Kano Rimin Kebe January 13, 2026 No fewer than 17 tricycles and two petrol tankers were destroyed in two separate fire incidents at filling stations in Kano State on Tuesday. The incident occurred at Al-Wahida Nigeria Limited Filling Station at Rimin Kebe, Karshen Kwalta in Nassarawa Local Government Area, involving a petrol tanker belonging to BA Bello Company with registration number KHX 29 XA, which was conveying about 45,000 litres of petroleum products. It destroyed the tanker truck head and part of the tanker body, while 17 tricycle machines (Adaidaita Sahu) were completely burnt, he said. Supply Chain Disruption, Economic Losses Medium
33 Ogun Koro-Otun January 13, 2026 The Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps said that one person died in an accident involving two trucks on Tuesday, at Koro-Otun, around Osi Roundabout in Ota, Ogun. Transportation Accident Medium
34 Kebbi Bayawa January 12, 2026 Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Suleman Mamuda, for allegedly killing his wife, Umaima Maidawa, 25, in Bayawa village, Augie Local Government Area of the state. Social unrest, community distrust, local governance challenges Medium
35 Zamfara Gidan Yawa January 12, 2026 A bandit attack in Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State has left one person dead, 10 others abducted, and several cattle stolen. The raid occurred at about 12:40 am on Monday, when armed men, firing sporadically, attacked Gidan Yawa and Lamuntani villages through Gulubba District Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, and Community Unrest Medium
36 Anambra Awgbu January 12, 2026 The Anambra State Police Command has announced that it had arrested a masquerade which unleashed violence on innocent citizens during a burial ceremony in Awgbu, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State on Monday. Violent crime, Public disorder, Community unrest Medium
37 Kaduna Kadagen Kauru January 12, 2026 Bandits have continued to attack several communities in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting residents and killing others, according to a security report shared on social media. Operational disruption, Supply chain disruption, Physical harm High
38 Kaduna Kadagen Kauru January 12, 2026 Bandits have continued to attack several communities in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting residents and killing others, according to a security report shared on social media. Civil Unrest, Economic Instability, Infrastructure Disruption High
39 Lagos Epe January 12, 2026 Tragedy engulfed Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, branch in the Epe area of Lagos State after a truck conveying sharp sand veered off the road and crashed into a church building, leaving six worshippers dead and several others injured. Operational Disruption, Financial Loss, Regulatory Non-Compliance High
40 Zamfara Kotorkoshi January 12, 2026 Operatives of the Zamfara State Police Command have arrested two suspected gunrunners and recovered two locally fabricated AK-47 rifles during a stop-and-search operation along the GusauFuntua Highway. Organized crime, public safety, security breaches Medium