BANDIT KINGPIN Archives - Global Upfront Newspapers

Bandit Kingpin Kachallah Auwalu Killed In Deadly Clash With Dogo Gide’s Terror Faction in Birnin Gwari, Kaduna State

Global UpfrontApr 19, 2026April 19, 20260

By Zagazola Makama A bandit kingpin identified as Kachallah Auwalu has been killed during a violent clash between rival armed groups in Birnin Gwari Local

Repentant Bandit Kingpin Abdullahi Lankai Resurfaces Alive After Reported Death in Rival Clash

Global UpfrontFeb 5, 2026February 5, 20260

Abdullahi Lankai, popularly known as “Lantai Officer,” a repentant bandit leader earlier reported killed in a violent factional clash, has resurfaced alive and returned to

Turji’s Brazenness Demands External Help

Global UpfrontJan 21, 2026January 21, 20260

By Punch Editorial Board, January 21, 2026 A chilling New Year’s video went viral. It shows a long convoy of vehicles laden with mattresses, foodstuffs,

A Threat To National Survival

Global UpfrontDec 14, 2025December 14, 20251

By Sa’adiyyah Adebisi Hassan Nigeria woke up to one of the most shocking revelations in its history a confession so explosive that it shakes the

Banditry: Military Noose Tightens Around Bello Turji, Kills Notorious Ally Kachalla Kallamu

Global UpfrontDec 11, 2025December 11, 20251

The Nigerian Army appears to be closing in on notorious bandit commander, Bello Turji, who has been terrorising Sokoto State and its environs. This follows

How Gold-for-arms Is Fuelling Terror in North-West

Global UpfrontOct 25, 2025October 25, 20250

Nigeria loses over $9 billion annually to illegal mining, with a substantial portion tied to the gold sector. This investigation reveals how a significant share

Calls To Negotiate With Terrorists, Bandits

Global UpfrontSep 22, 2025September 22, 20250

Vanguard Editorial, Monday September 22, 2025 It is only in Northern Nigeria that we frequently hear the calls on the Federal Government and State Governors

Security Forces Rescue FCTA Staff, Neutralise Wanted Bandit Kingpin, 2 Fighters

Global UpfrontSep 19, 2025September 19, 20250

By Zagazola Makama Joint security forces comprising troops of Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and operatives of the Department of

Katsina Peace Deal: Bandit Kingpin Isya Garwa Releases 28 Captives, Another Defies Pact, Abduct Passengers Including University Students

Global UpfrontSep 17, 2025September 17, 20250

By Zagazola Makama A total of 28 persons abducted by suspected bandits in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State have been released without ransom

Bandits Kingpin, Bello Turji, Video Surfaces, Confirms Negotiations To End Banditry Hostilities

Global UpfrontAug 8, 2025August 8, 20250

Notorious bandits kingpin, Bello Turji, has released a new video message confirming that negotiations are ongoing with him to end banditry-induced violence and insecurity in