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BREAKING: Thousands of women and children have taken to the streets in Rijau LGA, Niger State, to protest the worsening insecurity in their communities. The protesters are heading to the palace of their traditional rulers to express their anger and seek help, saying bandits have been terrorising their communities for over 10 days, killing residents, abducting people and forcing families to flee their homes. How long must these people continue to live in fear before urgent action is taken to protect them?

BREAKING: Last night, bandits attacked Kauran Namoda town in Zamfara State, killing seven residents and abducting several others. The attack has left a big town in Zamfara in grieving, with families mourning their loved ones while others are left worried about those taken away by the bandits. The continued attacks and abductions raise serious concerns about the security situation in Zamfara State. How long will residents continue to live in fear, and what more needs to be done to stop these deadly attacks and protect innocent lives? NB: Below is a photo from the funeral prayer for the deceased victims.