Security in Nigeria

Key Security Incidents In Nigeria

20-Aug-2024

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.

🗣🙅 Labour Disputes


Federal Capital Territory : The leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress on Tuesday threatened to embark on a nationwide strike if the Nigerian police eventually detain its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero.


Advisory : The situation could escalate quickly. Government agencies and businesses should prepare for potential disruptions and engage in dialogue to prevent further tension.


🗡 Homicide


Sokoto : Four military personnel lost their lives when troops of Operation Hadarin Daji were ambushed by terrorists in Bachaka Kurya Forest, Gudu Local Government Area, Sokoto State.


Advisory : Military operations should be intensified in the region, and residents are advised to be vigilant and cooperate with security forces.


⚠️❌ Industrial Accidents


Niger : Months after a mine collapsed in Shiroro, Niger State, resulting in the death of scores of miners, another mine collapsed in the Paikoro, killing two siblings.


Advisory : Mining activities should be temporarily halted until safety inspections are conducted. Authorities must enforce strict safety regulations to prevent further tragedies.


🔫 Firearms Trafficking


Borno : A Nigerian soldier, Sergeant Saad Adamu with service number 05NA/56/385 arrested for alleged possession of illegal ammunition in Borno State .


Advisory : Security forces should increase monitoring and crack down on illegal firearm trafficking. The public is urged to report any suspicious activities involving weapons.


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