This security map indicates the intensity of threats across Nigeria in the last 7 days.
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- 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.
🗡 Homicide
Benue : Gunmen killed six Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who were returning from their farms in separate incidents in rural communities of three local government areas in Benue State. Our correspondent learnt that while three displaced persons from the Agagbe IDP Camp in Gwer West LGA were killed on Monday in a renewed attack by gunmen while returning from their farms, two others were killed in neighbouring Agatu LGA and the remaining one killed in Apa LGA.
Advisory : It is imperative to enhance security measures and increase law enforcement presence in vulnerable areas. Establishing community policing initiatives and conflict resolution mechanisms can help address the underlying issues leading to violence.
🔫 Kidnapping
Enugu : Chukwuemeka Philomina Ekpereamaka, a first-year student in the Department of Education English at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has been reported missing after an abduction incident.
Advisory : Increasing security measures and surveillance in areas known for high kidnapping rates is essential. Community policing and public awareness on safety precautions can help reduce these incidents.
⚠️ Fraud
Federal Capital Territory : The Nigerian Police Force confirmed the arrest of a popular social media influencer, Linus Williams, commonly known as BLord.
Advisory : This situation highlights the need for stricter oversight and transparency in governmental financial transactions. Ensuring that all financial activities are traceable can help prevent misuse of funds.
☠ Epidemic
Lagos : As part of measures to contain the Cholera outbreak and deaths, the Lagos State government has sealed the popular Ile Epo Market, the second largest food market in the state after Mile 12 market.
Advisory : Immediate medical intervention and disease surveillance are necessary. Health authorities should conduct a rapid assessment to identify the disease and contain the outbreak.
The Risk Control Team