The Kogi State Government, on Saturday, announced a ban on night travels on all State roads after 7 p.m. as part of immediate security measures to further protect lives and property.

A statement by the State Information and Communications Commissioner, Kingsley Fanwo, said the measures were also aimed at cutting off logistics and supply routes to criminal elements currently under sustained military and security pressure in parts of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area.

The statement made public in Lokoja reads, “Following a comprehensive review of ongoing security operations in Bunu District after the recent terrorist attack on Iluke community which was successfully repelled, intelligence and operational reports indicate that significant progress has been made by Joint Security Forces. Several of the attackers have been confirmed neutralised, while many others sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently trapped within forested areas across the district as security clearance operations continue.

” To consolidate these gains and deny the criminals access to food, water, medication, fuel and other essential supplies, the Kogi State Government has approved the immediate ban on the use of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, within designated hinterland corridors of Bunu District.

” The affected areas include the corridor stretching from Idoyi Bunu through Illah Bunu, Iluke Bunu and Kiri, as well as the route from Iluke Bunu through Odai Bunu, Igbo Bunu, Ilogun Bunu, Olle Bunu, Ayede Bunu, Oke-Ofin Bunu and Edumo Bunu. The restrictions shall also apply to the Ayede Bunu, Aherin, Eshi and Ighun Bunu corridor and all other routes within the Bunu hinterlands.

“Intelligence available to security agencies has revealed that motorcycle operators constitute a major channel through which food items, water, drugs and other logistics are transported to bandits hiding within the forests. Investigations have also established that some criminal elements utilise motorcycle transportation to conduct reconnaissance and gather intelligence on targeted communities before launching attacks.

“Consequently, any motorcycle rider found transporting passengers, goods or supplies along the designated routes shall be apprehended and dealt with in accordance with the provisions of the Kogi State Anti-Terrorism Law.

” The Motorcycle Operators Association of Nigeria (MOAN) is hereby directed to immediately sensitise all its members on this directive, which takes effect from today, Saturday, June 13, 2026.

” In addition, all markets located along the affected corridors shall remain closed until further notice. Mobile medicine vendors and distributors are also directed to suspend the transportation and sale of drugs on motorcycles within the affected areas for the duration of the operation.

Suspected members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Saturday invaded Kautikari village of the Chibok Local Government Area in Borno State, setting primary and day secondary schools ablaze.

Recall that the village has recorded a series of deadly Boko Haram attacks in recent times.

Sources told our correspondent that the incident, which erupted at about 7 p.m. on Saturday, forced residents to flee the community into the bush for safety.

A security personnel, who hail from Kautikari but based in Maiduguri, confirmed the fresh attack.

However, he said, details of casualties are yet to be ascertained.

“Yes, I can confirm to you that our village (Kautikari) in the Chibok Local Government Area is under Boko Haram attack.

“Our people are scampering for safety, even as two schools (primary and day secondary school) are on fire,” he said.

Efforts to get confirmation from the police public relations officer, ASP Keneth Daso, proved abortive at press time. (Vanguard)

At least 20 people have been killed in a deadly attack launched by suspected bandits on Fesken Rafi community in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

Residents described the attack as one of the latest waves of violence to hit the region.

The attack, which occurred a few days ago, left scores of families devastated and heightened concerns over insecurity in parts of the state.

Reacting to the tragedy, the Kebbi State Government expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and extended condolences to the bereaved families and residents of the affected community.

A high-powered government delegation led by the Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Tafida, visited the community on Saturday to commiserate with victims and assess the situation firsthand.

Addressing residents during the visit, Tafida assured them that the state government remained resolute in its determination to safeguard lives and property across Kebbi State.

“We share in your grief and remain committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property across Kebbi State,” the deputy governor said.

He announced that additional security personnel and operational resources would be deployed to the area to strengthen ongoing security operations, restore normalcy, and prevent further attacks.

The Chairman of Arewa Local Government Area, Alhaji Sani Tela, and the member representing Arewa Constituency in the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Nuradeen Kangiwa, informed the delegation that the attack claimed at least 20 lives and caused widespread anguish within the community.

They commended Governor Nasir Idris for his administration’s efforts to tackle insecurity and for responding swiftly to the plight of affected residents.

Traditional rulers who received the delegation also praised the government’s intervention and called for additional measures to improve security in the area.

Among them were the Dikkon Kabi, Alhaji Kabiru Sulaiman, who represented the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammad Mera, and the District Head of Bui, Alhaji Abubakar Dan-Malam.

The traditional leaders appealed to the state government to construct a road linking Fesken Rafi community to the main highway, arguing that improved accessibility would enhance security response, boost economic activities, and improve the overall well-being of residents.