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| No | State | Neighbourhood | Date | Incident | Associated Risk | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Lagos | Maryland | Jun 23, 2026 | Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a 22-year-old man, Onipede Ojo, for allegedly stealing a police officers bag containing official and personal items before using the materials to impersonate a serving officer. | Erosion of public trust in law enforcement, compromised investigations, potential for extortion or fraud, increased scrutiny on security protocols, diversion of resources, reputational damage to government agencies. | Low |
| 7 | Plateau | Jos | Jun 22, 2026 | Twenty-five (25) suspects have been apprehended by the Plateau State Police Command, while cannabis, controlled drugs, and other banned substances were recovered from them. | Disruption of local supply chains, increased petty crime affecting businesses, potential for corruption impacting local governance, negative impact on tourism and investment attractiveness. | Low |
| 8 | Kaduna | Kidandan | Jun 22, 2026 | On Monday, June 22, 2026, at approximately 5:10 p.m., an aerial intelligence and surveillance platform tracked suspicious terrorist movements within the Kidandan axis. Initially, four individuals on motorcycles were placed under continuous tracking before converging with others heading toward a high-ground hideout within the Giwa LGA operational zone. Once the assembly point was verified, a precision air strike was executed, successfully neutralizing several suspected terrorists while forcing the remaining fighters to scatter into the surrounding area. | Supply chain disruption due to insecurity, increased operational costs for security, potential impact on foreign investment, localized travel advisories affecting tourism, and potential for further escalations. | High |
| 9 | Kaduna | Kuyello District | Jun 22, 2026 | [High Severity] Armed Attack / Farmer Killings Birnin Gwari LGA, Kaduna StateSuspected bandits have killed at least six farmers in a fresh attack on a farming community in Birnin Gwari LGA, Kaduna State. The victims were reportedly working on their farmlands when the armed assailants stormed the area and opened fire, causing multiple fatalities and panic among residents. The incident highlights continued targeting of agrarian communities amid ongoing insecurity in the region.Advisory: Elevated threat levels persist across Kaduna State, particularly in Birnin Gwari and surrounding rural communities. Farmers are advised to exercise extreme caution when accessing farmlands, while residents should limit movement in vulnerable areas and comply with security advisories. Enhanced vigilance is recommended due to the risk of further attacks. | Disruption of crop cultivation and harvesting, severe supply chain interruptions, increased operational costs due to security measures, loss of agricultural labor, potential food shortages, and damage to local infrastructure. | High |
| 10 | Kebbi | Gulma | Jun 22, 2026 | [Medium Severity] Communal Clash (Farmers/Herders) Argungu LGA, Kebbi StateAt least eight persons have been killed following a violent clash between farmers and herders in Gulma community, Argungu LGA, Kebbi State. The incident reportedly began after a dispute over farmland encroachment by grazing cattle, leading to a confrontation that escalated into retaliatory violence involving both groups. Security operatives intervened, restoring calm and rescuing several affected individuals.Advisory: Tensions remain elevated in parts of Kebbi State, particularly in Argungu and surrounding communities. Residents are advised to exercise caution, avoid flashpoints such as farmlands and grazing routes, and adhere to directives from security authorities as the risk of reprisal clashes persists. | Disruption of agricultural production and harvest, damage to critical infrastructure (farms, storage), supply chain interruptions, increased operational costs due to insecurity, loss of workforce, potential for wider regional instability. | High |
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