Unknown gunmen have abducted a senior driver employed by Dangote Cement in Nigeria’s Ogun State. Security forces are currently searching for the victim amid growing concerns over targeted kidnappings in the region.
Gunmen killed the father of a former PAN presidential candidate running for mayor in Texistepec, Veracruz, during a period marked by intense electoral violence in the region.
Social media personality Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has called on Nigerian security agencies to adopt aggressive strategies against rising kidnapping rates and violent crime across the country.
Unidentified gunmen killed a solar panel installer in Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte, during a strict gun ban period ahead of the first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections.
Police in Rivers State, Nigeria, have launched an investigation into a shooting and violent attack targeting the traditional ruler of the Finima Community in the Bonny Local Government Area.
A former aide to the late Taliban commander Mullah Nazir's group was killed, and another person injured, by unidentified gunmen in the Doag area of Wana tehsil in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lower South Waziristan.
A Hindu trader was shot dead by unidentified gunmen who stormed his shop in the Balochistan province of Pakistan. The killing has been condemned by Sikh leaders and other community members.
Survivors of a night attack in Plateau State describe gunmen going house-to-house, killing sleeping residents, including eight members of one family, leaving a two-year-old child with gunshot wounds.
Pakistani TikTok star Shamsoo Bibi, also known as Ayesha Gilamana, was shot dead in Taxila by two unidentified gunmen who fired at her car, also seriously injuring her 15-year-old sister.
Following Adeleke's re-election in the Osun State poll, various groups and individuals, including the NGF and ADC candidate, offered congratulations, while Yiaga Africa commended voters and called for BVAS improvements. The outcome also sparked political analysis regarding future elections.
Nine people were killed by gunmen in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, Nigeria. Police and military personnel have since recovered the bodies of the victims.
Reuben Owie, an 85-year-old community leader and secretary of Iyowa Community in Benin, was reportedly attacked and killed by two gunmen on Sunday evening.
A man was reportedly shot dead by suspected gunmen while on his way to church in the Fann community of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area in Plateau State, Nigeria.
A 50-year-old car dealer was shot dead and his wife critically injured by unidentified gunmen outside their home at Beach Drive Estate near Tuba in Ghana.
A historical account recounts how Marcial Lafuente Estefanía, a Spanish author known for his Western novels, saved a judge from gunmen in Madrid in 1936, an event as dramatic as his own fiction.
A police inspector and a NAF corporal were killed in a Plateau ambush by gunmen who stole their weapons, prompting ongoing investigations into the attack.
Faruku Hassan Bunza, a Nigerian judge abducted from his home on July 26, has been freed, police confirmed on August 3. Kidnappings for ransom are common in Nigeria.
A video has surfaced featuring Rizwan Hanif, a terrorist linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claiming that 'unknown gunmen' have killed over 30 Lashkar members in Pakistan.
Gunmen attacked a Nigerian village, killing 12 people and abducting women and children. Security operatives are intensifying efforts to rescue the abducted victims.
Gunmen attacked the residence of a Catholic Bishop in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria, abducting a seminarian. Authorities have launched an urgent appeal for information regarding the incident.
Gunmen killed a middle-aged man and injured a pastor and two others in fresh attacks in the Ncha community of Miango District, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Gunmen have abducted an employee of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Anambra State, demanding a N40 million ransom after separate attacks along the Ebenebe axis of Awka North Local Government Area.
Gunmen attacked a cattle camp in Enugu, Nigeria, killing two herders and slaughtering 40 cows, leading to calls for justice and peaceful coexistence from MACBAN.
Suspected kidnappers have abducted a 10-year-old boy from his home in Tarmuwa Local Government Area, Yobe State, Nigeria, and are demanding a ransom for his release.
Gunmen invaded an Anambra community, killing four people and setting two houses ablaze. A manhunt has been launched to apprehend the perpetrators of the attack.
Gunmen abducted a pastor's wife and their three children in a local government area of Borno, Nigeria. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
Three siblings traveling with their deceased mother's corpse were abducted by gunmen in Benue, Nigeria. The assailants also seized the mother's body during the incident.
The Nigerian Army has provided an explanation for the delayed response to a school attack in Kogi State, where gunmen abducted four individuals, citing the school's isolated location as a factor.
A manhunt has been launched for the gunmen responsible for the killing of Toba Ajiboye, a prominent leader of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Lagos, an incident that has caused anxiety among residents.
Mr. Owoade, a school headmaster and member of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), was abducted around 6:00 p.m. on Saturday while returning home from his farm in Budo Aare, Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Gunmen abducted Kelvin Ayobami Moyegun and Kehinde Rufai in Kobape, Ogun State, while another person was shot during the incident, which police have confirmed.
Gunmen have abducted three students from a federal university in Nasarawa, Nigeria, and killed one person while abducting four others in separate attacks in Bauchi. Police have confirmed the incidents and are investigating.
Militants in Balochistan ambushed a security post at the Mangi Dam, resulting in the deaths of nine police officers. This incident highlights an intensification of infrastructure attacks across the region.
Gunmen killed a farmer and injured others in a fresh clash over a land dispute in Biase LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
At least 36 students and one school staff member are missing after gunmen stormed a secondary school in Lassa, Borno state, during national examinations. Classrooms were left abandoned following the incident.
Gunmen killed two people and had four suspected attackers neutralized in Plateau State, while a separate incident saw a cleric and two worshippers abducted in Benue State, Nigeria.
During a Senate hearing, the sister of a victim in the Tacloban school shooting testified that one of the teenage gunmen opened fire on his own best friend and exhibited unusual behavior hours before the attack.
Gunmen abducted six married women and two babies from farms in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria, shortly before an attack on students taking examinations in a neighboring area.
Gunmen have killed two persons, including an 82-year-old man, in separate attacks on communities in Irigwe Chiefdom of Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria.
The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for unidentified armed men who shot a 27-year-old Community Police Assistant during an attack in Dwakessiem, Central Region.
Eleven days after an abduction incident in Imo, Nigeria, gunmen continue to hold eight victims who were traveling from Okigwe to Ibadan when the incident occurred on June 14.
A father and uncle have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the honor killing of a 14-year-old girl in Pakistan. The father, a naturalized US citizen, initially claimed gunmen were responsible but police found he organized the killing with his brother-in-law.
Thirty-six days after gunmen abducted dozens of pupils and teachers from three schools in Oyo State, Nigeria, security officials report that the battle to secure their freedom has entered its most decisive phase.
Three individuals have been confirmed dead and nine others sustained gunshot injuries following a recent attack by gunmen on the Odomi community in the Nkwanta South Municipality of Ghana's Oti Region.
Nigeria's Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, visited the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, near Jos, after the institute was recently attacked by gunmen.
A district head in Plateau, Nigeria, was ambushed and killed by gunmen, sustaining severe injuries during the attack before being rushed to a nearby clinic for emergency treatment.
Gunmen invaded Ode Oriya, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria, and kidnapped 60-year-old Baale Adeniyi Adelana. Police have initiated a rescue operation for the traditional leader.
Suspected bandits attacked the Fesken Rafi community in Kebbi State, Nigeria, killing 20 people. The government has pledged to increase security measures in response to the tragic incident.
Security agencies in Enugu State, Nigeria, conducted joint operations, capturing six notorious criminals on a watch list and seizing large caches of arms and ammunition.
Two vigilantes were killed by gunmen in a fresh attack in Plateau, Nigeria, escalating tensions and raising fears among residents about persistent security challenges in rural communities.
A manhunt is underway in South Africa after a mass shooting near Johannesburg killed at least 12 people. Police are seeking multiple suspects in connection with the attack.
A detailed account of a shootout in Arvada, Colorado's Olde Town Square, where a police officer, a killer, and an armed civilian converged, highlighting the community's preparedness for active shooter events.
At least 12 people were injured in a shooting incident near a festival in Ohio, prompting a manhunt for the suspects. The event caused panic among attendees, with some reports indicating multiple shooters.
Nigeria's escalating kidnapping crisis is spreading southward, with a recent incident involving masked gunmen attacking a school, highlighting the growing fear and demand for the return of abducted children.
Gunmen stormed a community in Ondo, Nigeria, and abducted the 9-year-old son of a cleric. This incident follows a separate report of gunmen abducting seven students in northwest Nigeria.
The casualty count from a recent armed attack in Pishin has increased to six fatalities, while two Afghan nationals were separately shot dead near a hospital in Quetta by unidentified gunmen.
Residents in Ibadan reported a tense midnight incursion by unidentified gunmen attempting to abduct the former governor, prompting neighborhood resistance.
Gunmen attacked a Rivers monarch's palace during a cultural festival in Finima, Bonny, Nigeria. Police are investigating the incident and have identified one suspect.
Gunmen invaded a mosque in Nigeria, abducting worshippers during prayers, an incident that highlights ongoing security challenges in the region. Police have confirmed the abduction, providing further details on the incident.
Unidentified gunmen ambushed a couple on a bridge in Pagalungan town, Maguindanao del Sur, resulting in the death of the wife and serious injury to the husband.
Somali pirates have seen a resurgence in activity, seizing a tanker off the coast of Yemen. This event signals a renewed threat from piracy in the region.
A mobile money vendor in Walewale, North East Region, Ghana, was attacked by armed gunmen in broad daylight, who stole cash and a newly purchased motorbike.
Suspected Boko Haram gunmen have killed a police inspector and seven civilians in a recent attack in Adamawa State, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.
Suspected armed attackers have reportedly killed and injured residents after invading communities in the Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria.
A constable was martyred in Bannu after unidentified gunmen opened fire. His funeral prayers were later offered at Bannu Police Lines with full state honours.
Gunmen have killed 85-year-old Reuben Owie, a respected community leader and secretary of Iyowa in Edo State, Nigeria. Police have confirmed the incident and launched an investigation.
Three vigilantes from the same family were shot dead by suspected gunmen while on community watch in Tarai community, Jol village of Riyom Local Government Area in Plateau State, Nigeria.
Gunmen launched a midnight attack on a community in Kaduna, Nigeria, leaving residents traumatized and recounting horrific experiences. The military has vowed to apprehend the perpetrators responsible for the assault.
Gunmen attacked a village and a military base in Nigeria's Zamfara state, kidnapping 52 people, including children, in what authorities describe as another wave of terror in the region.
A security outfit in Anambra State successfully dislodged gunmen's camps, leading to the recovery of rocket launchers and other weapons. The operation resulted in the gunmen fleeing the area.
The 40-year-old brother of Uzair Baloch was shot multiple times on main Chakiwara Road in Karachi's Lyari. Two injured bystanders were also shifted to Civil Hospital Karachi for treatment.
Gunmen have abducted polytechnic students in Ogun state and killed three miners in a separate attack in Plateau state, Nigeria. These incidents highlight ongoing security challenges in the region.
A Nigerian Army colonel was killed and his wife shot during a failed abduction attempt by gunmen in Abuja. The incident also left two other individuals injured.
A high-ranking Taliban official was killed by gunmen in a rare targeted attack in northwestern Afghanistan. This incident marks a significant security event within the country.
Gunmen have killed a former Chief Security Officer of Khana Local Government Area in Rivers State, Nigeria. The incident adds to ongoing security concerns in the region.
The Police Command in Ebonyi, Nigeria, has confirmed the killing of Chidiebere Okpara, a member of the state's Neighbourhood Watch, by suspected gunmen in Abakaliki.
Concerns are growing over the increasing presence of armed gangs and violence surrounding the Ol Kalou by-election in Kenya, raising fears of electoral intimidation.
Gunmen raided a school in Kogi, Nigeria, abducting the principal, a NECO official, and several students. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
Gunmen have killed the Lagos State National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) organising secretary, Ajiboye. Police have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators of the attack.
Toronto police have identified two men killed in a 'targeted' shooting at a crowded street festival. Authorities stated the victims were known to each other, but it remains unclear if they were among the gunmen.
Suspected gunmen launched a late-night attack on two communities in Plateau State, Nigeria, killing at least nine members of a family, including a baby.
A Bureau of Fire Protection personnel was killed and three others survived an ambush by unidentified gunmen in Barangay Bubongaranao, Calanogas in Lanao del Sur, Philippines.
Influencer DreamDoll Bri, 21, has died after gunmen opened fire on her Lamborghini, with her final Instagram story capturing the hours before her death. The incident is under investigation.
Gunmen launched a fresh attack in Plateau state, killing one female farmer and injuring another. The incident adds to ongoing security concerns in the region.
Gunmen launched another attack on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Plateau, resulting in the death of one assailant during a gun battle. This marks a repeated incident at the institution.
At least 36 children and one staff member are missing after being abducted by gunmen from a school in northeast Nigeria, marking the third mass school kidnapping in the country since May.
Gunmen attacked a police checkpoint in Rivers State, Nigeria, killing two police officers and injuring another. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
Gunmen attacked a police checkpoint in Rivers State, Nigeria, killing two police officers and injuring another. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
Gunmen stormed a mining site in Plateau, Nigeria, on Tuesday, killing three people and injuring two others, causing panic among miners and residents who fled for safety.
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed an imam and three other individuals, and abducted 12 residents during an attack on Illela Dawagware village in the Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
The chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, along with another individual, was killed by gunmen in an ambush. The incident occurred shortly after he attended a peace meeting.
Philippine authorities foiled a second planned high school attack in Leyte, leading to the arrest of a 14-year-old suspect. The incident prompted the suspension of the online game GoreBox, which the suspect reportedly played, and a review of gun regulations.
At least 12 people were shot and injured in Chicago when gunmen in an SUV opened fire on a crowd. Two of the victims are reportedly in critical condition following the incident.
Vice President Kashim Shettima visited the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) for an on-the-spot assessment of its operations and facilities, following a recent attack by gunmen.
An attack on the airport in Niamey, Niger, resulted in the deaths of at least 11 soldiers and two civilians, with authorities also reporting 22 assailants killed. Jihadist groups have claimed responsibility for the assault.
Gunmen have attacked a community in Plateau State, resulting in the deaths of two vigilantes. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
Gunmen attacked Nigeria's foremost policy institute, NIPSS, in Plateau State, killing three security operatives. The institute confirmed the attack, and an investigation is ongoing following the incident that triggered panic.
Suspected gunmen have abducted 60-year-old Adeniyi Adelana, the community head of Ode Oriya Village in Ondo State, and shot his wife, leaving the community in shock as police launch a manhunt.
At least 17 people were killed by gunmen in northwestern Nigeria, an attack for which no group has claimed responsibility amidst a recent increase in armed gang violence in the region.
Bandits launched fresh attacks on communities in Kwara State, abducting several villagers and killing at least one resident. The incidents highlight ongoing security challenges in the region.
As the World Cup approaches, discussions range from environmental concerns for the 2026 tournament and calls to ban Iran, to high ticket prices and visa issues affecting the current event. Former Germany coach Berti Vogts also expressed concerns about the expanded World Cup format.
Unidentified gunmen invaded Ora-Igbomina in the Ifedayo Local Government Council Area of Osun State, abducting the council vice-chairman, Mr. Debo Faroumbi.
Residents of Osogbo, Nigeria, experienced panic after unidentified gunmen fired sporadic shots. Police have confirmed the incident and launched an investigation into the Osogbo gunshots.
Fear has gripped the Ilu-Abo community in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria, after suspected gunmen abducted Mr. Gbenga Sanni, an official of the Akure North Local Government, from in front of his home.
All 12 victims of a mass shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo are reported to be in stable condition, as police continue to search for at least two suspected gunmen.
A 15-year-old herder and 13 cattle were killed by suspected gunmen in the Sabon Gidan Kanar community of Jos South Local Government Area in Plateau State, Nigeria.
The Ondo State Government has assured residents that security agencies are making significant strides in their efforts to rescue nine-year-old Olaosebikan Victor, who was abducted by gunmen in Igbosi Community.
Gunmen attacked an Ondo community overnight, abducting a nine-year-old child, injuring several residents, and damaging buildings while attempting to forcefully enter homes.
Local police launched a search operation after unidentified gunmen opened fire on two journalists covering crime news in northern Veracruz, leaving one missing.
Police reported that a joint security team killed six gunmen during a raid on a suspected criminal hideout in a forest community in Anambra state, with one operative also losing their life.
Five labourers were killed in an attack by gunmen at a road construction site in Pishin, Balochistan. Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti condemned the attack, stating that such assaults will not disrupt peace or development projects.
Panic ensued in Rivers State, Nigeria, after gunmen killed two aides of a local government chairman. This incident occurred less than a month after the same LGA boss's former Chief Security Officer was also killed.
JOS—No fewer than 24 persons have been killed and several others injured following gunmen attack on Binper community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
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Gunmen launched attacks on four communities in Plateau State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to one, while also burning down several houses. The attacks have caused significant destruction and loss of life.
The Nigerian army, in collaboration with police, successfully rescued 33 people who had been kidnapped by gunmen, following a combing operation in Kogi forests where suspected hideouts were also destroyed.
Abductors in Nigeria have demanded a fresh N30 million ransom for the vice-chairman of a local government in Osun and N100 million for two farmers kidnapped in Ondo. These incidents highlight ongoing issues of kidnapping for ransom in the country.
Gunmen ambushed a joint security patrol in Plateau State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two security operatives. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
A former councillor in Plateau State was killed by gunmen in the Riyom local government area. The incident has been reported by multiple Nigerian news outlets.
The Catholic Diocese of Otukpo in Benue State, Nigeria, has announced the safe return of its seminarian, Kelvin Ochai, who was abducted by gunmen. Ochai managed to escape from his captors.
Gunmen attacked the residence of a Catholic Bishop in Otukpo, Benue State, abducting a seminarian. Authorities have launched an urgent appeal for information regarding the incident.
Ogun State Police have launched a manhunt for gunmen who abducted students from a private hostel near Gateway ICT Polytechnic, with ongoing efforts to rescue the victims.
A Nigerian Army colonel was shot dead by gunmen in Abuja while reportedly resisting an attempt to kidnap him. The military has confirmed the killing of the officer.
Gunmen abducted three students from a federal university in Nasarawa, prompting police to launch a manhunt for the perpetrators. The incident has raised concerns about security in the area.
Panic has gripped Bori, Rivers State, after gunmen killed former council CSO Letam Kine. Police have confirmed the incident and are currently investigating the killing.
A high court judge was abducted by gunmen in Kebbi, Nigeria, prompting a police manhunt. Separately, Nigerian troops successfully rescued 48 abducted villagers in Zamfara and two kidnap victims in Taraba.
Suspected gunmen ambushed and killed two farmers in separate attacks in the Takkas community of Plateau State, Nigeria, escalating fears among local residents.
Gunmen invaded the residence of Khalid Wahid, 30, in Dong community, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria, at about 1 am on Sunday and killed him.
A village councilor was shot dead by gunmen on a motorcycle in Isabela, coinciding with the first day of an election gun ban. The incident marks a violent start to the election period in the region.
Gunmen abducted a school principal, four students, and a NECO official during ongoing examinations in Kogi State, Nigeria. The incident highlights security concerns in the region.
A dramatic incident unfolded near Velika Gorica, Croatia, where a 27-year-old man fired multiple shots from a moving car at another vehicle carrying a man and his family. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured.
A 60-year-old headmaster in Oyo, Nigeria, has been kidnapped by gunmen who are demanding a N30 million ransom for his release. Authorities are investigating the incident and working to secure his freedom.
A 40-year-old farmer was killed and his 17-year-old son was wounded after unidentified motorcycle-riding gunmen ambushed them in Barangay Balao, Burauen, Leyte, just before midnight on Friday, July 10.
Two separate shooting incidents occurred in Bukidnon, Philippines, on Monday morning, allegedly fueled by personal grudges. Despite the attacks, there were no casualties as gunmen missed their targets and one victim miraculously survived.
Gunmen invaded the Rumuodogo 2 Community in Rivers State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two people. Police have confirmed the incident and launched an investigation.
Two police personnel, including a senior officer, were killed and another critically injured after unidentified gunmen opened fire on a routine police patrol in northwest Pakistan.
Gunmen killed at least 15 people and injured several others in central Nigeria on Wednesday, according to a security report prepared for the United Nations and local sources.
Three masked and armed individuals set fire to an auto service center in Marseille during the afternoon, marking the fifth such attack on the same chain.
A pastor and two church members were kidnapped at gunpoint in Benue, Nigeria, prompting an outcry from the local church. Gunmen carried out the abduction, raising concerns about security in the region.
Gunmen stormed a secondary school in Lassa, Borno state, Nigeria, on Monday morning, kidnapping students who were sitting for national examinations. The attack occurred at the Technical Secondary School in the Askira-Uba area.
Gunmen stormed a secondary school in Nigeria's northeastern Borno state, abducting students during their exams in the latest mass kidnapping incident in the insecure region.
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The Nigerian Army has announced a major shake-up, appointing new general officers commanding and principal staff officers in a significant reshuffle. This comes as concerns about insecurity persist, with calls for an end to extrajudicial killings and the reintegration of repentant terrorists.
A former barangay councilman was fatally shot by unidentified gunmen armed with an Armalite rifle outside his residence in Barangay Culis, Hermosa, Bataan, on Friday morning.
Gunmen launched a fresh attack on Dyan community in Rim Village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing a pregnant woman and a young man.
An attack on Thursday on the airport and military airbase in Niger’s capital killed 11 members of the security forces and two civilians, the government said in a statement, without identifying the…
A source indicates that gunmen-for-hire, paid '$600 to $800' to target the U.S. Consulate and other buildings, are also linked to earlier shootings at GFL Environmental facilities, suggesting a wider criminal ring.
Gunmen have abducted the Vice Chairman of a Local Government in Osun State, Nigeria, from a border community. The incident has sparked protests from the local community.
Heavily armed attackers opened fire in a settlement near Johannesburg late at night, with the violence lasting over an hour and resulting in at least twelve fatalities.
Toledo police are pursuing multiple leads as a manhunt continues for at least two gunmen responsible for shooting 12 victims, aged 14 to 61, near the Old West End Festival; all victims are in stable condition.
Police are actively searching for two gunmen responsible for a mass shooting near an outdoor festival in Toledo, Ohio, which left at least 12 people wounded. The incident prompted a large-scale investigation as authorities work to identify and apprehend the suspects.
A firefight involving gunmen in Kadayangan, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao-Special Geographic Area (BARMM-SGA), caused civilians to flee to safety on Thursday night.