Weekly Conflict Reports

This weekly update highlights the rising trend of kidnapping in the Niger Delta, which remains a significant security threat in the region. Over the years, kidnapping has evolved into a complex, organized criminal enterprise and a persistent security challenge. This threat often escalates during specific seasonal periods when criminal groups exploit increased activities and movement…

This weekly update highlights illicit drug trafficking and abuse in the Niger Delta. Trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs remain burning issues, contributing to violent conflicts and criminal activities. According to data (see map above), more than 160 incidents of illicit drug trafficking and abuse were reported across the region between January 2020 and September…

This week’s update highlights lethal violence in the Niger Delta, with a focus on criminal violence and homicides in Rivers State. According to data (see map above), over 300 fatalities were recorded in Rivers State between January 2020 and September 2024, resulting from homicides and organized criminal violence, including kidnappings, armed clashes, and cult-related killings.…

This weekly update spotlights organized criminal violence in the Niger Delta with a specific focus on rising threat of criminal insurgency and targeted killings in Abia State. Violence perpetrated by separatist militias and criminal gangs remains a leading driver of insecurity in the state. According to available data (see map above), over 100 conflict fatalities…