National Police Launch Multi Agency Operation to Tackle Banditry in Northern and Eastern Kenya

National Police Launch Multi-Agency Operation to Tackle Banditry in Northern and Eastern Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya – The National Police Service (NPS) has launched a large-scale, multi-agency security operation targeting banditry and cattle rustling across Meru, Isiolo, Samburu, and Laikipia counties, following a recent surge in violence and livestock theft. In a statement issued on Saturday, the NPS said the operation aims to restore…

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Over 160 Worshippers Abducted in Kaduna Church Attacks Amid Rising Banditry in Nigeria

At least 163 Christian worshippers were kidnapped after armed gangs stormed two churches in Kaduna State, northern Nigeria, during Sunday services, according to local clergy and security officials. The attackers, described as carrying sophisticated weapons, blocked church entrances and forced congregants into the bush before abducting them, Reverend Joseph Hayab,…