79,323 KILLED, 34,773 ABDUCTED IN NIGERIA IN SIX YEARS – REPORT

A new security report has revealed that 79,323 people were killed while 34,773 others were abducted across Nigeria over the past six years, underscoring the country’s persistent security challenges.

The report attributes the casualties to a range of security threats, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, communal violence, armed robbery, and other forms of criminal activity affecting different parts of the country.

According to the findings, insecurity has continued to disrupt livelihoods, displace communities, and place significant pressure on humanitarian, economic, and public institutions.

Security experts say the figures highlight the need for sustained collaboration among federal, state, and local authorities to strengthen intelligence gathering, law enforcement, and community-based security initiatives.

Analysts also stressed the importance of addressing underlying factors such as unemployment, poverty, and weak governance, which can contribute to insecurity.

Civil society organisations have called for greater investment in security infrastructure, victim support services, and conflict prevention programmes to protect vulnerable communities.

The report has renewed public debate on the effectiveness of current security strategies and the need for comprehensive reforms to improve public safety.

Stakeholders urged authorities to intensify efforts against criminal networks while ensuring that security operations respect human rights and the rule of law.

They also emphasized the importance of supporting affected communities through rehabilitation, reconstruction, and socio-economic recovery programmes.

The report serves as a reminder of the ongoing security challenges facing Nigeria and the need for coordinated, long-term solutions to restore peace and stability nationwide.