Security in Nigeria

🗣❌ Political Protest

Edo : Supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, have picketed the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in Benin City, Edo State, protesting the outcome of the just concluded governorship election.

Advisory : The right to peaceful protest should be respected. Authorities must ensure public order is maintained, while protesters should express their grievances peacefully to avoid escalation.

💣 Terrorism

Borno : Barely hours after President Bola Tinubu and Governor Babagana Zulum promised adequate security for farmers in their independence messages, Boko Haram terrorists struck again, slaughtering five farmers in Ngoshe Community, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.

Advisory : The continued threat from Boko Haram highlights the need for reinforced security measures and greater intelligence efforts to protect vulnerable communities.

Transportation Accident

Niger : A boat accident in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State has left more than 150 passengers feared missing on Tuesday when the boat, which was carrying over 300 people—predominantly women and children—capsized during a journey.

Advisory : Urgent rescue operations are necessary. Authorities must enforce safety regulations to prevent such disasters in future. Authorities should intensify road safety campaigns and enforce stricter traffic regulations to prevent similar occurrences.

⚠️ Civil Disturbance

Kwara : Chief Lukman Balogun, a prominent vigilantes commander popularly known as "Jagun," was killed during a gun battle with suspected Fulani herdsmen in Igbaja community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State.

Advisory : The violence between communities and herdsmen requires immediate government intervention to mediate peace and address the underlying issues fueling these clashes.