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Education / Re: 114 Oldest Secondary Schools In Nigeria. Is Your School Among. by ovieokodhi(m): 1:44am On Jun 10
Nigeria military school zaria may 20th 1954 not on the list

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Politics / Re: If The Minimum Wage Is Implemented, Does That Include The Army by ovieokodhi(m): 4:11pm On Jun 05
Op your friend might not want to disclose his salary to you or he might be on loan a Sgt is receiving between 64 - 80k monthly depending on courses attended, this excluding the monthly allowance oo
Romance / Re: Maiduguri Guy(pic) by ovieokodhi(m): 9:26am On May 28
Mustapha102:
wlhy ban San meh sa their hating baa.
the hate is much
Romance / Re: Maiduguri Guy(pic) by ovieokodhi(m): 9:53pm On May 27
Musty no be every comment you go answer just do your biz.
Politics / Re: First University In Onitsha Taking Shape (photos) by ovieokodhi(m): 1:23am On Mar 12
Long overdue

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Education / Re: Longest Notes In Secondary School? by ovieokodhi(m): 3:59pm On Mar 09
You see biology, economics make I add math

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Romance / Re: Woman Cries After Being Called "Bouncer" On Social Media (pics, Video) by ovieokodhi(m): 2:43pm On Mar 01
Zonefree:
Where's the woman


I didn't see any woman in the video embarassed
you get joy abi karma na bitch sha.
Big fool

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Crime / Re: Top 10 Most Dangerous Gangs In Africa by ovieokodhi(m): 2:32pm On Feb 16
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Top 10 Most Dangerous Gangs In Africa
January 25, 2024 Egbeyemi Olawale
Organized crime in Africa is at an all-time high, thanks to the most dangerous gangs on the continent, who are known for their notoriousness, illicit activities, and culture of Impunity. According to The Organized Crime Index, The Democratic Republic of Congo leads the criminality ranking followed by Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, and Libya. While the government and different regional bodies are trying as much to quell the rate of criminality in these countries. The gangs and criminal phenomenon in Africa however stems from numerous multifaceted issues such as poverty, unemployment, and political instability. So this article we shall be shedding light on the 10 most dangerous gangs in Africa, their activities, and factors that contribute to their rise.

Table of Contents
1. Mungiki (Kenya)
Mungiki is a notorious gang and secretive criminal organization that originated in Kenya, gaining prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The group initially presented itself as a socio-political movement to promote traditional Kikuyu values and resist the perceived marginalization of the Kikuyu community. However, over time, Mungiki evolved into a criminal enterprise involved in various illegal activities, including extortion, racketeering, and violence.

The organization has been implicated in numerous acts of violence, including political unrest, ethnic clashes, and brutal attacks on enemies or rival gangs. They have also been accused of engaging in human trafficking, drug trade, and other organized criminal enterprises, making them a significant security concern for Kenyan authorities. While the Kenyan government has taken various measures to combat the influence of Mungiki, the nature of the group’s operation has made it challenging to eradicate

2. (Nigeria)
(Nigeria)

The , sometimes known as the Neo-Black Movement of Africa (NBM), is a secretive and highly organized confraternity that originated in Nigeria. The gang was established in 1976 at the University of Benin, the group initially presented itself as a social and humanitarian organization to foster unity among Nigerian students and promote positive values. However, over time, the evolved into a notorious criminal organization involved in various illicit activities, including violence, racketeering, and cybercrime.

The has been linked to numerous acts of violence, including clashes with rival groups and involvement in political thuggery. They have also expanded their influence beyond university campuses, infiltrating various sectors of society and engaging in human trafficking, drug trade, and other forms of organized crime. The group is also notorious for its distinct rituals, symbols, and modes of identification. Members often wear black clothing adorned with an emblem consisting of an axe and a helmet.

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3. Numbers Gang (South Africa)
The Numbers Gang, also known as the Numbers, 26s, or 28s, is a notorious and highly structured prison gang that originated in the South African penal system. Established in the mid-20th century, the Numbers Gang has earned a fearsome reputation for its strict code of conduct, intricate hierarchy, and involvement in various criminal activities both inside and outside prison walls. These activities include drug trafficking, extortion, racketeering, and violent crimes.

Members of the Numbers Gang are known for marking their bodies with tattoos that reflect their gang affiliation, rank, and personal history. They also contribute to the perpetuation of violence and crime in South Africa, posing a significant threat to both the incarcerated population and society at large. Efforts to combat the influence of the Numbers Gang have proven challenging due to its secretive nature and the difficulty of dismantling the entrenched structures within the prison system.

4. Mocro-Maffia (Morroco)
The Mocro-Mafia is a criminal network of numerous organized crime groups with Moroccan origins, engaged in criminal activities across Europe and Northern Africa. The group in various illicit activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, and violent crime. They are also considered one of the most dangerous gangs in Africa, thanks to their culture of impunity, complex network of connections, and illicit activities beyond national borders.

The Mocro-Maffia gained attention due to high-profile criminal incidents associated with the groups in Europe. Some of these incidents include assassinations, shootings, and turf wars among rival criminal groups. The dynamics of these criminal organizations are influenced by factors such as the drug trade, territorial disputes, and social issues within the communities involved. Efforts to combat the Mocro-Maffia have been challenging due to the adaptability and resilience of these criminal networks.

5. Panya Road (Tanzania)
Panya Road (Tanzania)

The Panya Road is a chaotic group of youths known for causing mayhem in Tanzania, especially in the Capital City of Dares Salaam. The gang which started as a group of street urchins has grown to be one of the most dangerous gangs in Africa. According to information received from police during interviews, Panya Road members at the inception were essentially teenage armed gang groups with shared values and knowledge, normally, holding machetes and knives.
Like every group of organized crime, Panya Road members are also involved in numerous acts of violence, including political unrest, ethnic clashes, and brutal attacks on enemies or rival gangs. They have also been accused of engaging in human trafficking, drug trade, and other organized criminal enterprises, making them a significant security concern for Tanzanian authorities. A local report reveals that the Tanzania police are tackling the gang’s menace head-on, regardless of the consequences.

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6. Xarardheere Pirates (Somalia)
Xarardheere Pirates is a Somali piracy group notorious for operating in the Indian Ocean. Their name “Xarardheere” is the name of a a coastal town in the Mudug region of Somalia, which serves as the base of their operations. These Somali pirates were known for hijacking commercial vessels, demanding ransoms for the release of ships and crew, and engaging in other illicit activities.

7. Hard Living (South Africa)
The Hard Livings gang is a well-known gang in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape region. They are considered by many one of the most dangerous gangs in Africa. The gang originated in the 1970s in Cape Town, as a response to socio-economic challenges faced by residents in the area. They were then involved in drug distribution, however as their distribution network grew, they evolved into a structured criminal organization involved in a wide range of criminal activities.

Like many gangs, the Hard Livings are involved in various criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, robbery, and acts of violence. The gang has been known to control certain territories within Cape Town and engage in conflicts with rival gangs. These conflicts and activities have had a significant impact on the communities where these gangs operate. Innocent residents often become victims of violence, and the presence of gangs contributes to a cycle of crime and fear.

8. Zaraguinas (Central African Republic)
Zaraguinas (Central African Republic)

Zaraguinas is a loosely organized criminal gang in the Central African Republic. According to Human Rights Watch, the group over the years has constituted the single greatest threat to civilians in the north of the country. According to the same report, the goals of the group are purely criminal and decitful tactical such that include hostage-taking, car jacking human and drug trafficking. They are reports of Zaraguinas have killing hostages when ransom demands were not met.

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The United Nations estimated that 197,200 people in the north of the country had been displaced due to insecurity, in many cases zaraguina attacks. Zaraguina activities have had a deleterious impact on humanitarian operations in the north of the country, with private transporters contracted by the UN to deliver aid supplies frequently fired upon. Efforts to combat Zaraguinas by the Reepublic’s governement have been challenging due to the adaptability and resilience of these criminal group.

9. Mai-Mai Militias (DRC)
Mai-Mai is a community-based militia group active in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) that was formed to defend local communities and territory against other armed groups, particularly the invasion of Rwandan forces and Rwanda-affiliated Congolese rebel groups, They have howevr evolved into ne of the most dangerous gangs in Africa exploiting the war to their own advantage by looting, cattle rustling or banditry.

Members of the group typically include armed forces led by warlords, traditional tribal elders, village heads and politically motivated resistance fighters. The group over time have gotten themselves in the conflicts occuring in the Rwanda- Congo region. They have were reported as one of the most powerful forces in the second Congo war, and have been accussed by numerous international and local bodies of war crimes including mass rape and unjustified murders.

10. Les Microbes (Cameroon)
Les Microbes is a criminal gang known for spreading terror in different towns and cities in cameroon. According to local reports, memeber of the groups are usuallya armed with Knives, Cutlasses, blades, stick and other dangerous weapons, when stormed neigbourhood in thier large number, attacking anyone they meet on their way, destroying and looting properties. Thanks to thier method of operation, Les Microbes has gained reputation as one of the most dangerous gangs in Africa.

The Group made their first appearance in 2019 few months after 89-year-old President Paul Biya was re-elected for a seventh term in a controversial election, that sparked protests both in Cameroon and the diaspora. The group in response to the controversial election began carry out constant assault on Douala citizens. While they are numerous accusation of the complicity of the authority in the activities of Les Microbes, the governement have also made effort to curb the activities of the gang.
Romance / Re: Video: Hookup Girl Killed Alongside Her Patronizers " Females Say No To Hookup" by ovieokodhi(m): 1:34am On Jan 12
Radicalwarrior:


Stop been bias and sentimental, let us call a spade a spade and hookup a hookup.

What is a girl send to school to study by her parents doing in a yahoo yahoo boys house that is not her husband and living with yahoo yahoo boys whom she is not legally married to; you should not turn the story upsidedown because that girl was a pure hookup girl(Prostitutes)you no get data to watch the video just ask for summary don't just jump into conclusion based on the misleading headline by the mumu op

Or are you supporting Prostitution menace?
Education / Re: The 33 Years Reunion Of Military Students by ovieokodhi(m): 2:19pm On Dec 09, 2023
Lawly:


It's a gathering of witches and wizards coming together to shame and intimidate others while identifying those that do better than them to quench them down. Na mumu dey go reunion
Not when you are from there.
If you know you know
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: I'm Never Going Ask To Teach People Tech Skill For Free Anymore. by ovieokodhi(m): 11:13am On Dec 05, 2023
08033885728 add please
Investment / Re: Dollar To Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today 30/11/2023 by ovieokodhi(m): 10:21am On Nov 30, 2023
Agbaya so even to check illegal price I gats click link. Click kee you there

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Education / Re: Unity Schools Is Fun To Be With. Which One Did You Attend by ovieokodhi(m): 11:36am On Sep 22, 2022
The prestigious Nigeria Military School. Zaria
Family / Re: Update On The Woman Who Has Been Cheating On Her Husband With A Bike Man by ovieokodhi(m): 7:56am On May 04, 2022
DontBullshitMe:
The "to be continued" has exposed you as a story teller.

Fuçk off with your fiction please.
no mind the op

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Romance / Re: How "I Nor Dey Come Person House" Made Me Collect 700 From A Girl by ovieokodhi(m): 3:11pm On Feb 01, 2022
Abeg bro things hard make I learn the crpto trade from you boss, please

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Crime / Re: Kindly Help If You Know This Woman by ovieokodhi(m): 5:58pm On Jan 28, 2022
Obivestor:
You are just utterly foolish

You deserve to lose that money, people like you can't survive a week in onitsha or even obosi.


Reading stories like this makes me angry And irritated

Stupid boy, it's boys like u upper iweka boys dey use lick oil
big fool

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Romance / Re: If U Are Force To Pick One Out Of This 3 Dangerous Addictions Which Will U Go Fo by ovieokodhi(m): 11:24pm On Jan 27, 2022
Brownshoe:
Tested every 3, non has the power of addiction to me,




Where is mastur...... Or cigarettes this two has addiction power, some research even proof weed is not addictive on like cigarettes.
cigar na bastard

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Romance / Re: If U Are Force To Pick One Out Of This 3 Dangerous Addictions Which Will U Go Fo by ovieokodhi(m): 11:23pm On Jan 27, 2022
No 3 ooo
Phones / Re: . by ovieokodhi(m): 6:11pm On Jan 26, 2022
Damisic:



Pls us the phone out already and at what price exactly
it out and it 77k just go to any of their office close to you
Travel / Re: Look At The Bridge Chinese Constructed In China And The Type They Built For Us. by ovieokodhi(m): 7:55pm On Jan 25, 2022
They only built what will blend with the roofs around the bridges
Phones / Re: . by ovieokodhi(m): 7:18pm On Jan 24, 2022
Oga xiami 10a 4gig 128gig
Romance / Re: Menace Of Yahoo Boys And Cele Girls In The South West.(relationship) by ovieokodhi(m): 3:25pm On Nov 02, 2021
greymiles:
I’m not justifying yahoo but I bet you can’t justify the legality of your money either
I’m a banker but I’ll attend to customer that offers me tip first regardless of how many people are on queue... what’s the difference between me and a yahoo boy?

I’m a blogger but I post news with fake but catchy headline to generate traffic

One way or the other, we deal in one illegalities during the course of our businesses
Let karma deal with whoever deems wrong of it
your instances don't add up, the banker never stole from a customer neither did the blogger aswell, this yahoo boys ruin peoples destinies, they kill, they wreck individuals of thier hard earned money.

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Phones / Re: Can't Find Some Apps On My Phone by ovieokodhi(m): 11:40pm On Oct 30, 2021
Ajilenu:
wow... Check the A-Z menu
not there I have rebooted my phone several times
Phones / Can't Find Some Apps On My Phone by ovieokodhi(m): 10:58pm On Oct 30, 2021
Hi tech gurus, I use a camon 12pro, decided to charge it with my laptop and after charging I couldn't find some apps installed on my phone and it showing that the apps are on the phone. Checked play store app are there but can't find them on my menu. Eg my message app that came with the phone.
Politics / Re: Sit-at-home unknown gunmen scatter people brain like moi moi - PHOTOS by ovieokodhi(m): 12:29pm On Oct 26, 2021
vanbonattel:
DSS mole in Nairaland.

They send him the pictures as soon as they commit the killing so he will post it to get the worst feelers possible.

Framing IPOB is not working.

We know the tribe that is well known for cold blooded murder across the country.
biggest fool of the decade, I pray it gets to your family, the most annoying thing is that most of you don't even reside in the east. Born bastard
Phones / Re: How Long Does It Take Easybuy To Lock A Defaulter's Phone? by ovieokodhi(m): 7:48am On Oct 25, 2021
By 2moa, they will start limiting your apps such as your social media apps, after 7days you won't be able to makes the only feature you get is taking calls and your gallery. Not even your camera will work.

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Education / Re: Classrooms In Rivers State Schools - BBC Yoruba Shares Shocking Pictures by ovieokodhi(m): 11:42am On Aug 12, 2021
Biodun556:
Our oyel money,even Borno schools are far better
I see your comment as disdain, by comparing that glamorous building in Borno state to an animal farm
Education / Re: The War Between Ss2 And Ss3 Student Is A Generational One by ovieokodhi(m): 7:21pm On Jul 21, 2021
Nothing like that in my days and till date. The respect is always there even on graduation day. And guess what? It's the prestigious NIGERIA MILITARY SCHOOL ZARIA.

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Phones / Re: Null by ovieokodhi(m): 5:47pm On Jul 07, 2021
Brownjet:
Permanently remove the Easybuy app makes the phone yours even after resetting the phone, without having to make any payment again. Not for everyone and don't make comments if you're not interested.
Drop your WhatsApp number below
0eight0 double 3 double 8 57 28
Romance / Re: She Said I Should Stop Calling Her At Night by ovieokodhi(m): 5:47pm On Jul 03, 2021
My ex once told me to stop calling her once it's 9pm I obliged but kept my watch and discovered she goes out virtually every night and returns in the morning. Shine your eyes bro

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