Security in Nigeria

Key Security Incidents In Nigeria

19-Feb-2026

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.

Curated Security Incidents For The Past 7 Days from Mar 29, 2026 to Apr 05, 2026
No State Neighbourhood Date Incident Associated Risk Impact
1 Lagos Yaba April 04, 2026 Panic gripped parts of Lagos in the early hours of Saturday following a fire outbreak at a market in the Yaba area of the state. The incident, which reportedly started around 3 a.m., affected shops within the market, with eyewitnesses alleging that several goods were destroyed in the blaze. Supply chain disruption, inventory loss, regulatory fines, insurance claims, vendor contract disputes High
2 Oyo Soka April 04, 2026 The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the death of two persons, while several others sustained varying degrees of injuries in a multiple motor and pedestrian accident that occurred at Soka Junction in Oluyole Local Government Area of the state. Vehicle damage, cargo loss, regulatory scrutiny, insurance claims, route diversion, supply chain delays Medium
3 Imo Umuneke April 04, 2026 The Imo State Police Command has arrested an armed robbery suspect, identified as Chigaemezu Aguguom, and recovered stolen items from him. It was stated that the operatives on routine patrol led by the DPO, Orji Division, arrested the suspect, a native of Umuneke, Isiala Mbano LGA of the state, at Bishops Court axis near Pacific Hotel, Owerri, with gunshot wounds suspected to be sustained during a failed criminal operation. Customer safety concerns, property damage, inventory loss, employee trauma Medium
4 Yobe Damaturu April 04, 2026 Troops of Sector 2 Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, have reportedly foiled an attempt by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists to infiltrate Damaturu, the Yobe State capital. Infrastructure damage, supply chain disruption, employee safety concerns, local economic instability Low
5 Kebbi Dandi April 04, 2026 Kebbi State Police Command has neutralised a suspected member of the Lakurawa terrorist group and foiled an attempt to rustle 33 cows along the KambaKangiwa road in Dandi Local Government Area. Livestock theft, supply chain disruption, property damage, local instability Medium
6 Plateau Jos April 04, 2026 Unidentified gunmen again launched a fresh attack on Nyamgo Gyel, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, increasing fears over the deteriorating security situation in the region. Employee safety concerns, property damage, supply chain disruption, customer fear and avoidance High
7 Nasarawa Karu April 03, 2026 Operatives of the Nasarawa State Police Command have rescued a three-day-old baby boy abducted, leading in Karu Local Government Area of the state. Patient data exposure, medical service disruption, regulatory fines, staff trauma Medium
8 Katsina Unguwar Dambu April 03, 2026 At least 15 people have been abducted and one person killed following coordinated bandit attacks on two communities in Katsina State. Employee safety concerns, supply chain disruption, infrastructure damage, local economic instability High
9 Borno Mafa April 03, 2026 A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has been killed in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State following a disagreement with a repentant Boko Haram member. Terrorist attacks, personnel injury, infrastructure damage, supply chain disruption High
10 Enugu Udenu April 03, 2026 Troops of the Nigerian Army, under Operation UDO KA, have killed a suspected kidnapper and rescued a victim during a search-and-rescue operation in Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State. Employee abduction, customer data exposure, service disruption, supply chain interruption Medium
11 Nasarawa Nasarawa April 03, 2026 The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the death of 11 residents of Udege Development Area in the Nasarawa Local Government of the state following renewed clashes between two communities in the area. Infrastructure destruction, supply chain disruption, employee safety concerns, customer evacuation Very High
12 Plateau Jos April 03, 2026 Troops of the Nigerian Army, under Operation Enduring Peace, have initiated a comprehensive stop-and-search exercise across the Jos metropolis. Customer safety concerns, supply chain disruption, infrastructure damage, employee trauma High
13 Delta Asaba April 02, 2026 A 15-year-old boy, identified simply as Gift, has died from suspected complications arising from a drug overdose reportedly taken in an attempt to gain weight. Youth substance abuse, community health crises, law enforcement resource strain, healthcare system overload High
14 Lagos Eti-Osa April 02, 2026 Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have arrested suspected Omotaku touts in two different locations across Lagos State following reported cases of harassment and intimidation of road users. Vehicle damage, passenger injury, route disruption, cargo theft, regulatory fines Medium
15 Kaduna Kachia April 02, 2026 Suspected bandits have kidnapped seven family members alongside three residents in Unguwar Sabon-Titi along the KatariHayin Dam road in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Employee abduction, customer safety concerns, supply chain disruption, infrastructure damage High
16 Plateau Dutse Uku April 02, 2026 The Nigerian military has disclosed that its troops arrested two people posing as security operatives and prevented fresh attacks in parts of Plateau State. Identity theft, intelligence breaches, operational disruption, physical harm Medium
17 Ebonyi Ishinkwor April 02, 2026 Unknown gunmen have killed the traditional ruler of Ishinkwor community, Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, HRH Jesophat Ikegwu. The incident occurred on Wednesday night in the monarchs palace. Civil unrest, infrastructure damage, supply chain disruption, employee safety concerns Medium
18 Taraba Tor Damisa April 02, 2026 The Taraba State Police Command has arrested suspects linked to the killing of three police officers in Tor Damisa village, Donga Local Government Area, and recovered firearms stolen during the attack. Officer recruitment challenges, community trust erosion, service disruption, equipment theft High
19 Zamfara Dansadau April 02, 2026 A group of armed local hunters reportedly attacked a police station in Zamfara State, leaving one officer injured. Officer safety, infrastructure damage, public trust erosion, service disruption Medium
20 Federal Capital Territory Asokoro April 02, 2026 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested an Abuja-based house agent, Hajia Adama Adamu, over an alleged property fraud involving N288m. Customer financial loss, regulatory fines, service disruption, legal action Medium