Armed bandits have once again attacked Odo-Ere, the headquarters of Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) officer and abducting his daughter.

Our correspondent gathered that the attack occurred on the evening of Monday, June 8, 2026, when heavily armed men invaded the community, throwing residents into panic.

The dead officer, known only as Mr Ayo, was said to have been shot in the head during the attack as residents fled for safety.

The victim was taken to a medical facility but was pronounced dead on arrival, a community source said. His body was taken to a morgue.

The attackers also took away his first daughter when they fled, which further heightened residents’ fears over the deteriorating security situation in the area.

The latest attack comes just a week after a similar attack in Aiyegunle-Igun, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, where the bandits reportedly killed two persons and kidnapped about 30 others.

Three days after the attack, armed men stormed Ikoyi community in Ijumu Local Government Area at about 7 p.m. during a burial ceremony, killing three persons and abducting several others.

As at the time of filing this report, none of the victims abducted in the earlier attacks, residents said, had been rescued, just as fear and uncertainty continued to grip communities across Kogi West Senatorial District.

The fresh attacks have sparked renewed concerns over the worsening security situation in Kogi West, with residents calling on security agencies and the state government to take urgent and decisive steps to stem the tide.

Security agencies had not yet released an official statement on the latest incident as of the time of filing this report.

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To guarantee a peaceful Easter celebration, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Zamfara State Command, has sent 365 operational troops to places of worship throughout the state.

ASCI Umar Mohammed, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, revealed the deployment in a statement released on Wednesday.

He mentioned that Sani Mustapha, the State Commandant, was in charge of the exercise.

The statement claims that the officers have been positioned strategically to cover the Easter period, with an emphasis on bolstering security at places of worship, protecting lives, and preserving vital infrastructure throughout the state’s 14 Local Government Areas.

In order to ensure peace and order during the holiday season, the Commandant tasked the officers with upholding professionalism, discipline, and consistency while guaranteeing efficient operational coverage.

Mustapha further reiterated the Corps’ dedication to its mission of safeguarding people and property under Commandant General Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, cautioning that anyone caught committing crimes will face legal repercussions.

He also wished Christians a happy Easter, calling for harmony and offering prayers for enduring peace in the nation.

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Ahmed Audi, the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), officially resigned from his position on Friday after reaching the required retirement age.

During events honoring the 2026 World Civil Defense Day at the NSCDC National Headquarters in Abuja, Audi celebrated his last day in office.

According to reports, previous President Muhammadu Buhari appointed Audi, who took office on March 1, 2021.

His departure marks the end of almost five years of leadership at the head of the paramilitary organization, which is tasked with disaster relief, civil defense, and safeguarding vital national infrastructure and assets.

The Federal Government had not yet named his successor at the time this article was filed.

World civic Defence Day, an annual occasion that emphasises the value of emergency response and civic protection, fell on the same day as Audi’s retirement.

Senior officers and coworkers gathered at the headquarters to commemorate the event, which also served as a symbolic farewell for the departing Commandant-General.

Audi was born in Nasarawa State on September 30, 1967. He has a master’s degree in public business administration from the University of Calabar and a doctorate in public administration from Nasarawa State University in Keffi.

In Nigeria’s public service, he is also a member of the National Institute (mni), a distinguished professional association.

As stakeholders await an official announcement in the coming days, focus has now turned to the Federal Government’s next step in selecting a new NSCDC leader in light of his resignation.

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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has arrested three armed men allegedly responsible for killing an officer, AbduRauf A. Shariff, while trying to prevent a criminal act.

Confirming the incident, the Kano Command Public Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, said the 29-year-old officer was on duty at the Court Road outpost in Kano when the attack occurred.
He said, the mob actions who came in numbers, carrying Arms were undertaking their Criminal dastardly act of Phone Snatching and other Crimes when the Officer attached to the Court Road outpost tried to stopped.

“Unfortunately, the Criminals were carrying Weapons which they used in killing him after causing serious injuries on him”.
He said their Men who arrived at the scene they were able to arrest three of the Criminals with their Weapons and already they have been taken to custody.

SC Abdullahi noted that the corps is working in conjunction with the police to track down other fleeing suspects who participated in the attack.
The officer, AbduRauf A. Shariff, has since been buried according to Islamic rites following medical examination.

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A suspected oil installation vandal identified as Ossa Wilfred has been arrested by operatives of the Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC.

Ayinla alleged that the suspect – a casual worker with Gladtrico Company – was arrested on December 25 2025, at about 2:00 pm in connection with the destruction of oil installations at OML 98, Ossiomo Manifold, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State.

He said the suspect was arrested by operatives of the NSCDC Patrol Team along the CS1 route, Ologbo, while allegedly vandalising an oil wellhead.
The Edo State NSCDC boss who added that three suspects were involved in the criminal act, explained that upon sighting the NSCDC patrol van and the firing of a warning shot, two of the suspects fled the scene, while Ossa Wilfred was apprehended.

Ayinla added that preliminary investigation revealed that one of the fleeing suspects is identified as Kelvin, a casual worker with Lee Engineering at CS1 and a member of the host community.
He also added that a third suspect is  believed to be a community member from Ologbo.
He disclosed that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects and that all those found culpable will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigation.

Ayinla further stated that the suspect, alongside exhibits recovered at the scene, has been transferred to the State Command for detailed investigation.
He issued a stern warning to economic saboteurs, vandals, and all individuals involved in the destruction of critical national assets to have a change of mind or face the full weight of the law.
Ayinla reaffirmed the Corps’ unwavering commitment to the protection of oil and gas facilities and other critical national infrastructure across Edo State.

The  NSCDC commandant also called on host communities and members of the public to support security agencies with timely and credible information to aid in the fight against vandalism and other economic crimes.

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Katsina Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has arrested 2,088 criminal suspects and recovered more than N56.6 million during 2025, the State Commandant, Mr Abbas Moriki, has disclosed.

Speaking to newsmen on Tuesday in Katsina, Moriki said the arrests were made across 4,230 cases handled by the command, including 93 suspects for vandalism, 942 for theft, 272 for possession of illicit drugs, and 26 for assault.
An additional 755 individuals were apprehended for other offences, such as breach of trust and thuggery.

He further revealed that the command successfully resolved 4,767 disputes through Alternative Dispute Resolution, ADR, with 1,158 cases still undergoing the process.
“A total of 43 cases are at various stages of prosecution in courts, while 577 judgments were secured by the command during the year,” Moriki said.

The commandant noted that financial recoveries amounted to N56,630,800 alongside the retrieval of various exhibits, including vandalised properties, bales of insecticide-treated mosquito nets, vehicles, motorcycles, bags of cannabis, and assorted illicit drugs and substances.
Moriki credited the success to the commitment of personnel and strong collaboration with stakeholders and other security agencies.
He also commended the state government for its support and journalists for ensuring timely dissemination of security information.

He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities or items to the NSCDC.

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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kano State has confirmed that a mob attacked its outpost in Danmaje, Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area, killing three suspects.

In a press statement dated December 29, 2025, and signed by SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, the Command Public Relations Officer, the NSCDC said the incident happened on Sunday, December 28, around 10:30pm.
According to the statement, residents of Yansango community brought three unknown men, suspected to be motorcycle thieves, to the civil defence outpost in Danmaje.

The area where they were arrested is said to be notorious for motorcycle theft.
Before officers could begin any investigation, people from several nearby communities ,including Yansango, Madinawa, Gagarawa, Limawa, Yankatsari, Danmaje and Gurjiya gathered at the outpost.

The crowd reportedly surrounded the office and demanded that the suspects be released to them.
The statement said the situation quickly got out of control. Before security reinforcements arrived, the mob forced their way into the office, set it on fire and lynched the three suspects.
NSCDC said officers on duty managed to escape, but three of them were injured and are currently receiving medical treatment.

While calling on the public to remain calm, the corps said the state commandant, acting on the directive of the Commandant General, has set up a committee to investigate the incident.
The aim, according to the statement, is to identify those involved and ensure they are brought to justice.

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