Public Safety Initiative

Making Security Intelligence Accessible to Everyone

Providing free access to real time safety information, risk awareness tools, and early warning alerts that help individuals, communities and institutions make safer decisions across Nigeria.

National Safety Overview

16 Incidents this week

4 High risk alerts

13 States affected

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The Weekly Threat Map provides accessible, real-time risk information to help individuals, communities and institutions stay aware of evolving security conditions across Nigeria

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Terrorism in Borno, Abadam

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Borno, Abadam

Jul 21, 2026

HIGH IMPACT | Terrorism | Konduga LGA, Borno State A Nigerian Air Force drone strike on July 21 targeted an ISWAP assembly point in Kila Bariya, neutralizing over 20 fighters and destroying multiple motorcycles linked to insurgent mobility operations. The strike reflects sustained military pressure on insurgent logistics within the Southern Lake Chad axis.Despite this disruption, risk levels remain elevated due to ISWAPs capacity for rapid regrouping and asymmetric retaliation across remote communities in Konduga and adjoining LGAs.Advisory:Maintain heightened situational awareness. Avoid non-essential movement in affected areas, and review security protocols for operations within Borno State, particularly along the Lake Chad corridor.

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Why This Matters

Nigeria faces complex and evolving security challenges that often leave citizens and communities without timely, reliable information. The Public Safety Initiative helps bridge that gap by making verified alerts, safety intelligence, and early-warning insights easier to access and understand.

Improve public access to safety information
Strengthen community resilience
Support evidence-based policy and planning
Encourage responsible reporting and transparency

16 Incidents monitored this week

4 Early warning alerts

13 States affected

2M+ Citizens reached

9410+ Communities monitored

50+ Verified reports processed

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NRI welcomes collaboration with partners who share a commitment to building a safer, more informed Nigeria.

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Universities

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Research Institutions

Evidence generation and policy support.

NGOs

Community engagement and humanitarian response.

Development Partners

Funding, capacity building, and program support.

Media Organizations

Public awareness and responsible reporting.

Public Agencies

Information sharing and coordinated response.

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