This security map indicates the intensity of threats across Nigeria in the last 7 days.
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- Moderate
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- Very High
- Extreme
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.
☠ Epidemic
Gombe : The Chessi community in Kulani District of Balanga Local Government Area in Gombe State struck by an outbreak of an unidentified disease, resulting in 12 deaths and over 50 residents hospitalised.
Advisory : Immediate medical intervention and disease surveillance are necessary. Health authorities should conduct a rapid assessment to identify the disease and contain the outbreak.
💊 Drug Trafficking/Drug Abuse
Borno : A narcotics warehouse, supplying Boko Haram terrorists busted, while illicit drugs weighing 2.5 tonnes were confiscated in Borno State, Northeast Nigeria
Advisory : This operation underscores the need for continued aggressive actions to disrupt supply chains that support terrorist activities. Strengthening border security and enhancing intelligence operations are vital to tackling the nexus between drug trafficking and terrorism.
🗣🙅 Labour Disputes
Kaduna : The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) commenced its planned nationwide protest over the withheld salaries of their members.
Advisory : It is important for educational institutions and government bodies to engage in constructive dialogue with union representatives to resolve issues promptly. Addressing the grievances regarding salary payments can help avert prolonged disruptions in academic activities.
Suicide
Lagos : The remains of a tenant, Caleb Chiemele, recovered from a short-let apartment on the LSDPC Estate, off Freedom Way, in the Lekki Phase 1 area of Lagos State.
Advisory : Property owners and managers of short-let apartments should implement stringent security protocols, including comprehensive background checks of all tenants and visitors, regular security patrols, and the installation of surveillance cameras in common areas.
⛈ Natural_Disasters
Edo : At least four persons reportedly been killed by fallen trees at a popular market in Jattu, Etsako West local government area of Edo State.
Advisory : This tragedy highlights the need for improved weather readiness and public safety measures. Local authorities should ensure that areas with heavy tree cover are regularly maintained and that emergency response capabilities are enhanced to handle such incidents effectively.
The Risk Control Team