Niger State kidnap victims freed, one dies in captivity
Relief and grief in Ibeto as 17 residents, including a lawyer, are freed after 86 days in bandit captivity. One victim did not survive. Read the full story.
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All Niger Schoolchildren Accounted For After Kidnapping
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
Gunmen Abduct 28 in Plateau, Including Princes and Cleric
Gunmen abducted 28 travellers, including children, two princes, and a religious leader, in Wase LGA, Plateau State. Security forces are investigating. Read the full report.
Gunmen abduct 28 travellers in Plateau, including children
Armed men abducted 28 travellers, including children, two princes, and a religious leader, in Wase LGA, Plateau State. Security agencies are investigating the night-time ambush. Read more for details.
Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
Son, 4 others arrested for fake kidnapping in Lagos
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging his own kidnapping to extort N1.7 million from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
Nigerian Man Distributes Cows, Rice for Christmas
Chief Dr Lawrence Emareyo spreads Christmas joy in Oteri community, distributing live cows and bags of rice to the less privileged. See heartwarming reactions.
Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
5 Arrested in Lagos for Staged Kidnapping, Extortion Plot
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Actor Lalude Links Kidnapping to Destiny, Not Government
Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.
Rivers Community Protests 2-Year Power, Water Outage
Women in Kula, Rivers State, protest lack of electricity and water for over two years despite hosting major oil firms. They plead for government intervention amid a health crisis.
Ex-Customs Officer Kidnapped, One Killed in Osun
Panic in Ora community as gunmen abduct retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi, killing a local chief. Police confirm incident and intensify bush combing operations. #OsunSecurity #Kidnapping
Angry Residents Crucify Suspected Bandit in Zamfara
Residents of Rini village, Zamfara, captured and lynched a bandit after a failed kidnapping operation. Security analyst confirms the incident. Read the full story.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
5 Kidnapped Rivers University Students Rescued Unhurt
Five Rivers State University students kidnapped from Emohua have been rescued unharmed. Police and community leaders collaborated in a successful operation. Read the full story.
Bandits Give Kwara Community 7-Day Ultimatum for N300m
Armed bandits have given Isapa community in Kwara a week to pay N300 million for 10 kidnapped victims, threatening to kill them and attack residents. Read the shocking details.
Plateau Crisis: 4,700 Muslim Lives Lost Since 2001
The Jasawa Community in Plateau State reveals a death toll of 4,700 Muslims from crises since 2001, citing mass graves. Governor Mutfwang states nearly 12,000 total killed. Read the full report.
14 Kidnapped on Owerri-Aba Road, Imo State
Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Ngor Okpala, Imo State. A separate kidnap attack left a Lexus SUV destroyed. Watch the shocking videos and get the full details.
Kwara Traditional Ruler Kidnapped, N150m Ransom
Bandits have kidnapped Ojibara of Bayagan, Oba Kamilu Salami, from his farm in Kwara State. The kidnappers are demanding N150 million ransom for his release. Read details of the shocking abduction.
Bodies of 2 Kidnapped Cameroonian Women Found
Anambra police confirm recovery of two Cameroonian women's bodies from Omambala River after kidnapping. Two suspects arrested, one remains at large. Families identify victims.
Kogi Kidnapping: N60m Ransom Demand for Mother
A Nigerian man shares heartbreaking update about his mother kidnapped in Kogi. Kidnappers demand N60 million ransom while victim suffers in captivity. Read full story.
Fresh Bandit Attack Hits Kebbi After Rescue
Bandits strike Kebbi community again, abducting residents just 24 hours after 24 schoolgirls were rescued. Police yet to confirm latest attack as insecurity escalates.
Pregnant Couple Abducted in Edo, N50m Ransom Demanded
A pregnant couple kidnapped in Edo state begs for help as captors demand N50 million ransom and threaten assault. Family raised only N7 million. Government intervention urgently needed.
Lady's kidnapped father released after ransom payment
A Nigerian lady shares emotional update after her father's kidnapping ordeal. Ransom paid for his release from bandits who beat him in the bush. Read the full story.
Senate Recommends Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Nigeria's Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, mandates death penalty for convicts. Read how this new resolution aims to combat rising insecurity.
Rufai Oseni Slams Government Over Bandit Negotiations
Nigerian broadcaster Rufai Oseni goes viral questioning government's handling of kidnapped victims' release. He demands answers on justice and accountability. Watch the video now!
Eruku Church Attack: Man Questions 38 Kidnapped Victims
A Nigerian man's viral Facebook post questions the government about the Eruku church attack where 38 worshippers were kidnapped. Read his critical questions about the rescue operation.
Ebonyi Community Funds School Infrastructure
Over 300 members of Ntezi community in Ebonyi State fund SMART Project, providing whiteboards to public schools. This community-led initiative enhances learning and calls for government support.
Fresh Kwara Attack: 11 Abducted, Woman Killed
Gunmen abducted 11 people including family members of a ransom-paying victim in Kwara state. Elderly woman shot dead as bandits terrorize Isapa community. Governor inaugurates security committee.
Family rescued from Eruku church kidnapping in Kwara
A Nigerian man rejoices as his mother and cousin are rescued after being kidnapped at CAC Eruku church. Read the emotional story of their safe return.
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