29 August 2026 · Law enforcement operation
Security in Mubi North
OpenWatch has recorded 45 security incidents in Mubi North Local Government Area, Adamawa State, with 9 in the last 12 months. That is 8% of every incident recorded in the state, making it 3 of 9 among the Adamawa LGAs with enough reporting to profile.
Incidents · 12 mo
9
Fatalities · 12 mo
1
Incidents · all-time
45
Fatalities · all-time
345
Latest reported incidents in Mubi North
Most recent involve law enforcement operation, other, armed robbery, murder
8 August 2026 · Law enforcement operation
Nigerian Army troops arrested two suspected terrorist associates, including an alleged logistics vendor, during an intelligence-led operation in Mubi, Adamawa State.
3 August 2026 · Other
A soldier on patrol in Mubi allegedly shot a businessman at close range after following him to his residence, with the bullet grazing his shoulder and hitting his lower jaw. The victim was referred to Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital in Yola with severe injuries, sparking public outrage and a peaceful protest by residents demanding justice.
10 June 2026 · Armed robbery
Two armed robbery suspects were arrested in Mubi, Adamawa State, following an attack on a male victim who was injured and robbed of cash and valuables. The police are continuing their investigation and efforts to apprehend additional suspects.
15 May 2026 · Law enforcement operation
Joint security operatives arrested five suspected criminals during a raid on criminal hideouts in Mubi metropolis, Adamawa State, on May 15.
12 May 2026 · Armed robbery
A joint security operation in Mubi, Adamawa State, led to the arrest of 73 suspects for various offences, including armed robbery and terrorism. The Chief Magistrate Court has remanded 47 of these suspects after they were charged with multiple criminal activities.
4 May 2026 · Other
Nine suspects were arrested during a targeted raid on hideouts in Mubi, Adamawa State, focusing on areas known for illicit activities. Dangerous weapons and illicit drugs were recovered from the suspects.
10 April 2026 · Murder
A 25-year-old man was killed during a birthday party in Digil Ward, Mubi North LGA, Adamawa State, allegedly stabbed by two suspects who have since been arrested. The police are conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
6 April 2026 · Terrorism
Troops arrested several suspected terrorists during a cordon-and-search operation in Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, targeting Worubude and Yelwa communities. The operation was conducted with support from local hunters and aimed at preventing terrorist regrouping.
7 August 2023 · Kidnapping
Police in Adamawa State arrested 16 individuals suspected of armed robbery and kidnapping during a joint patrol with local hunters. The suspects were apprehended in various local government areas and six AK-47 rifles were recovered.
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About these figures
Counts cover incidents recorded in Mubi North LGA, excluding retracted reports and duplicates merged into an earlier report, and update hourly. Last recorded: 29 August 2026.
Reported numbers are a floor, not a census. Local government areas differ enormously in how closely they are covered by the press, so a low count reflects both a safer area and a quieter one. Coverage in this record is densest from 2026 onward. See the full Adamawa profile for state-level context, or the methodology for how incidents are collected.
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