gunmen
Coverage of gunmen in the Nexus archive.
- Gunmen kidnap federal university students – Police
Gunmen kidnapped federal university students, as confirmed by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Ramhan Nansel, in a statement from Lafia. The incident was reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
- Gunmen kill two Assam Rifles personnel in Manipur ambush
Gunmen killed two Assam Rifles personnel in an ambush in Manipur's Ukhrul district. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condemned the attack.
- Abducted Ekiti church worshippers freed after 67 days in captivity
Worshippers from Eda Oniyo-Ekiti were abducted on April 28 during a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) open-air crusade and released after 67 days in captivity. The incident involved gunmen attacking the religious event.
- 37 students missing in Nigeria after yet another jihadist kidnapping
36 students and one school staff member were kidnapped after gunmen attacked a secondary school in Lassa, Borno state, Nigeria, during national examinations. Parents demanded the children’s release, and a wounded teacher remains in intensive care, highlighting the persistent threat of school kidnappings in northern Nigeria.
- One killed as gunmen attack NIPSS again
A gunman attack at NIPSS resulted in one death when attackers attempted to breach the institute’s outer security perimeter at 11 p.m., according to security sources.
- 36 students and 3 teachers missing after gunmen raided a school in northeastern Nigeria
36 students and 3 teachers are missing after gunmen raided a school in northeastern Nigeria. Authorities confirmed the incident, which occurred in the region's northeastern part.
- Terrorists kidnap six women, two babies near scene of Borno school attack
Gunmen abducted six married women and two babies from farms in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State less than 24 hours before a school attack on NECO examination students in neighboring Lassa. The abductions occurred near the scene of the subsequent attack.
- Gunmen storm a Nigerian school and kidnap students during exams, police say
Gunmen attacked a school in northeastern Nigeria's Borno state, kidnapping students during secondary school exams, police reported.
- Gunmen attack farming community, killing at least 15 in northwest Nigeria in latest deadly assault
Gunmen attacked a farming community in northwestern Nigeria, killing at least 15 people. An official confirmed the attack and the death toll.
- Chicago crime: Gunmen on motorbike shoot, injure teen boy, police say
A 17-year-old boy was shot and critically injured by gunmen riding a motorbike on Chicago’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning. Police confirmed the incident but provided no further details.
- Search for gunmen in fatal shooting of 2 men in Soundview
A fatal shooting occurred around 10 p.m. on Thursday on Westchester Avenue in the Soundview section, resulting in the deaths of two men. Authorities are searching for the gunmen responsible for the incident.
- Gunmen kill district head in Plateau ambush
Gunmen killed the district head of Gwande, Saf Samuel Alaket, in an ambush in Plateau. The attack occurred in the Plateau region, as reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
- Niger security forces battle gunmen at airport
Niger's security forces engaged in an hours-long shootout with gunmen at the nation's main international airport. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, but Islamists are suspected of being involved.
- Suspected gang leader shot dead in flower bouquet ambush at airport
A suspected gang leader was shot dead in an ambush at Guayaquil airport. The attackers concealed weapons behind flower bouquets and stuffed toys while waiting for the victim.
- Gunmen attack Nigeria’s foremost policy institute, NIPSS, ‘kill two’
Gunmen attacked Nigeria’s National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), killing three people. Security forces intervened swiftly, preventing further damage to the facility.
- At least 17 people killed by gunmen in northwestern Nigeria
Gunmen killed at least 17 farmers and wounded 13 others in northwestern Nigeria. The attack occurred in the northwestern region of the country.
- Gunmen abduct Osun LG vice chairman in Osun border community
Armed men abducted Mr. Farounbi, the Osun Local Government vice chairman, in a border community. The police confirmed the abduction and identified the perpetrators as armed men.
- South Africa: Midnight Massacre Leaves 12 Dead and Nine Injured
Twelve people were killed and nine injured when gunmen attacked Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, South Africa. The incident, described as a 'midnight massacre,' involved a shooting spree by armed individuals.
- Search Continues for Gunmen Who Opened Fire at Ohio Festival
A shooting occurred at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, prompting an ongoing search for the gunmen. A police officer is investigating the scene.
- Gunmen attack Ondo community, abduct pastor’s 9-year-old son
Gunmen attacked an Ondo community and abducted the nine-year-old son of Pastor Olaosebikan Isaac. The pastor escaped into the bush to save his life, leaving his son behind.
- Nigeria: Gunmen Storm Ondo Community, Abduct Cleric's 9-Year-Old Son
Suspected gunmen abducted nine-year-old Olaosebikan Victor, son of a cleric, during a violent attack on Ugbosi Quarters, Idogun, in Ose Council Area of Ondo State.
- Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Cleric's 9-Year-Old Son in Ondo
Suspected gunmen abducted Olaosebikan Victor, a nine-year-old boy, during a midnight attack on Ugbosi Quarters in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. He is the son of a cleric.
- Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Cleric's 9-Year-Old Son in Ondo
Suspected gunmen abducted a nine-year-old boy, Olaosebikan Victor, during a midnight attack in Ugbosi Quarters, Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. The attack targeted the boy, who is the son of a clerical figure.
- Gunmen kidnap 7 students from school in northwestern Nigeria
Gunmen raided an off-campus residence in northwest Nigeria and kidnapped seven students. The incident occurred in the northwestern region of the country.
- Street shooting puts four people in hospital with one victim fighting for life after gunmen fire from Brixton car
A street shooting in Brixton left four people hospitalized, with one victim in critical condition. The attack occurred when gunmen fired from a moving car.
- Texas house party horror as gunmen open fire killing at least two and injuring eight in Amarillo
A shooting occurred at a house party in Amarillo, Texas, where gunmen killed at least two people and injured eight others.
- Gunmen kidnap 23 children from Nigerian orphanage
Gunmen kidnapped 23 children from a Nigerian orphanage, highlighting the prevalence of mass kidnappings in Nigeria as a means for gangs and armed groups to generate quick money.
- Gunmen raid Nigerian orphanage and kidnap children
Gunmen raided a Nigerian orphanage on Sunday, kidnapping 23 children and the facility's proprietress. The attack highlights a security crisis in the region.
- Gunmen raid Nigerian orphanage and kidnap children
Gunmen attacked a Nigerian orphanage on Sunday, kidnapping 23 children and the facility's proprietress. The incident highlights a security threat in the region.
- Palestinians hand over suspect in 1982 attack on Jewish restaurant in Paris
Palestinians have handed over Hicham Harb, a suspect in the 1982 attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris's Rue des Rosiers. He is accused of directing the attack and acting as one of the gunmen.
- Gunmen kill multiple people at Afghanistan picnic spot
Gunmen attacked a picnic spot near Deh Mehri village in Herat, Afghanistan, killing multiple people. Officials confirmed the attack occurred at a public gathering location in the region.
- Gunmen kill at least four people at Afghanistan picnic spot
Gunmen killed at least four people during an attack near Deh Mehri village in Herat province, Afghanistan. Officials reported gunfire was opened near the picnic spot, resulting in multiple casualties.