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Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Jun 4

After floods killed over 700 people and destroyed Rabba Bridge near Mokwa, Rabba youths took charge. With no help in sight, they built a temporary wooden bridge themselves, a powerful act of resilience in the face of disaster.

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Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 17

#ISWAP terrorists slaughtered over 50 farmers and abducted many more in Malam Karanti village of Kukawa in Borno state.
The villagers had made a survival deal with #BokoHaram to farm in peace.
ISWAP, furious over the deal, stormed in and opened fire.
Bodies still unrecovered.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 13

#ISWAP attacked military formation and kills five officers in Kale-Balge a border town in 200 km from Maiduguri & bordering the Republic of Cameroon, and Gajiram in Borno North, approximately 82 km from the state capital. This followed less 30hrs after another attack in Marte

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Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 11

In less than 24hrs, Turji sacked 36+ communities between Shinkafi-Isa and Sabon Birni in Sokoto East—just 48hrs after Nigeria’s Defence Minister claimed he was on the run. Turji remains the most destructive bandit leader in the NW.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 11

In less than 24hrs, Turji sacked 36+ communities between Shinkafi-Isa and Sabon Birni in Sokoto East—just 48hrs after Nigeria’s Defence Minister claimed he was on the run. Turji remains the most destructive bandit leader in the NW.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 10

Lack of access to conflict zones in northern Nigeria doesn’t make your skepticism valid. Terrorists are using technologies, we’ve seen it firsthand, from the very communities affected. This isn’t hearsay, it’s lived reality.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 8

#ISWAP has released a chilling video showcasing its evolving tactics—drone deployment, AI-powered disinformation & digital warfare. The Buni Gari (Yobe) raid & Giwa barracks blast reflect a new era: tech-driven terror. Nigeria must rethink counterterrorism.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 7

Sagidi, a ruthless bandit kingpin behind countless killings in Anka & Mafara, has been killed. He was a top ally of notorious terrorist Kachalla Jijji Dan Auta. This is a major win for Nigerian forces. Terror has fallen, justice is rising.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 7

These groups increasingly leverage technological tools to conduct attacks and exploit artificial intelligence for propaganda and disinformation campaigns targeting democratic institutions and Western values.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 7

Multilateral counterterrorism efforts in the Lake Chad Basin must be re-strategized to effectively address the resurgence and regrouping of Boko Haram elements in the region.

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Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 5

At least 13 hunters were killed and many others abducted yesterday when the Lakurawa terrorist group invaded Gwadabawa and Tangaza communities in Sokoto State. Few hours after the stormed Kurdula in Gudu killed 3 people and many livestocks were killed by gunshots.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 4

Nigerian elites—politicians, religious groups, traditional rulers, influencers—are united against free speech. In today’s Nigeria, speaking truths that challenge the ruling class is treated like a crime against the state.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 4

Over 12 vigilantes and several residents killed in Gwana village, Bauchi State. Terrorism is escalating across northern Nigeria, yet the government and key stakeholders are fixated on 2027 elections. Nigeria must wake up to this brutal, ignored reality.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 4

In less than 48 hours, Turji’s boy, Kallamu, sacked over 20 villages in Gatawa LGA, Sokoto State. Like I’ve said before, Turji is strategic — whenever there’s military pressure, he hides and sends manipulative messages to avoid being hit. No need for any reconciliation with him

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · May 2

Bandits killed the Chief Imam of Maru after collecting ₦11m of the ₦20m ransom. This happened in Zamfara, the home state of Nigeria’s Defence Minister. Zamfara and Katsina—once among the most peaceful states—are now strongholds for terrorists. All in the name of resources 😭

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Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 30

Multiple explosions hit Maiduguri, Borno State — suspected bomb blasts near Giwa Barracks.
Residents are fleeing the area in panic. Casualties unknown.
More details soon.

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Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 29

I’ve been tracking the resurgence of terrorist groups including #Lakurawa & Mamuda in North-Central Nigeria. They’re now spreading into areas once beyond their reach. With 26+ killed in Borno yesterday, it’s clear we’re not out of the woods.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 28

It’s high time the Nigerian government listened to Zulum, set aside #ECOWAS politics, and worked with Niger, Chad, and Cameroon to counter the threat. Otherwise, #BokoHaram could strongly resurge — and other terror threats are rising too in northwest & central part of Nigeria.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 25

Over 23 gold miners killed, several others injured as bandits open fire indiscriminately at a mining site in Gobirawar Chali, Maru LGA, Zamfara State. Bloodbath in the goldfields!

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 20

Bandits are expanding deeper into the Northwest—Kano and Jigawa are no longer safe. In Katsina, they control key routes: Funtua-Malumfashi, Funtua-Tsafe, Funtua-Birnin Gwari, and Funtua-Giwa corridors.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 17

Identifying the conflict entrepreneurs behind the killings in Plateau and Benue is key to ending the violence. Without this, the senseless bloodshed will continue. Their ultimate goal is to ignite a full-blown religious war between Christians and Muslims.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 7

Bandits spent over 24hrs in my hometown (Funtua) yesterday killing people, raped women and kidnapped over 50 people and no any response from the authorities. What is going on with this country? Media has limited access to what is happening in the northwest compared to northeast

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 5

Bello Turji, Rabe Magarya, and the infamous Golf 3 car, these terrorists roam freely, killing locals and destroying homes without challenge or consequence.

Idris4P @edrees4p.bsky.social · Apr 2

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