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.
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CSOs Protest, Demand Sack of Gombe Gov's Aide for Assault
Civil society groups demand the dismissal of Gov. Inuwa Yahaya's aide, Adamu Danko, after a viral video showed him assaulting a councillor. Amnesty International calls for justice.
Gombe Governor dismisses aides over councillor assault
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has fired four aides following a probe into the physical assault of Shamaki Ward Councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff. Read the full details of the investigation and the Governor's decisive action.
Gombe Chief of Staff's Driver Threatens Critics
Shocking leaked audio reveals the driver to Gombe's Chief of Staff threatening to break limbs of youths who criticised his principal. This follows a viral assault video. #Gombe #Impunity
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.
Governor's Aide's Driver Assaults Councillor in Gombe
A driver to Gombe Governor's Chief of Staff caught on camera slapping a ward councillor. Public outrage grows as activists demand investigation. Full story.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
IGP Pledges Action Against Kebbi School Abductors
Police Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun visits Kebbi, pledges decisive action against terrorists who abducted 25 girls from GGSS Maga. Read latest security updates.
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.
Kidnapped Kebbi Schoolgirls Regain Freedom
Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School students freed through peaceful negotiation. Federal Government's non-kinetic approach proves effective in resolving kidnappings.
Kebbi Schoolgirls Freed: No Ransom Paid
President Tinubu confirms 24 Kebbi schoolgirls rescued from kidnappers without ransom payment. Security to be bolstered in vulnerable areas following the attack.
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.
All 38 Eruku Church Kidnap Victims Rescued Alive
Christ Apostolic Church in Kwara celebrates as all 38 kidnapped members from Eruku attack are rescued alive. Pastor Emmanuel Akeredolu confirms miraculous rescue at Government House Clinic.
US Condemns Mass School Abductions in Northern Nigeria
The United States condemns the mass abductions of over 300 students in Niger and 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, urging the Tinubu government to swiftly capture the terrorists and protect Christians.
Eruku Church Kidnapping: Family Gives Update on Release
Family member confirms relative kidnapped during Eruku church attack has been released without ransom payment. Get the latest updates on the Kwara State incident.
8 Farmers Abducted by Bandits in Kebbi Attack
Gunmen suspected from Zamfara kidnapped eight farmers in Kebbi's Gandun Wasagu. One victim shot, now hospitalized. Security forces in pursuit. #SecurityCrisis
Mass School Abduction in Nigeria: 300+ Students Taken
Gunmen kidnapped 315 students and teachers from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State, marking Nigeria's second mass school abduction within one week. Read about the nation's troubling history of kidnappings.
Niger lawmakers condemn St. Mary's School abduction
Niger State lawmakers condemn the abduction of St. Mary's Catholic School pupils in Agwara. They demand decisive security action and pledge support for rescue efforts. #NigeriaSecurity
Woman kidnapped twice from Kwara church - activist
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu reveals shocking details about Kwara church kidnapping where a woman previously held for 46 days was abducted again. Urgent government action needed.
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