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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.

Corps member storms out over boss's hair remark

A Nigerian NYSC member shares her painful experience after her PPA boss criticized her natural hair, causing her to storm out and miss her rejection letter. Read her full story and the online 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.

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.

NYSC Member Sacked from PPA Breaks Silence

A Nigerian youth corps member shares their story after being dismissed from their Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). Discover the full details and the member's reaction.

Lady Shakes Meeting VeryDarkMan at Airport

A viral video shows a serving corps member's emotional reaction upon meeting internet celebrity VeryDarkMan. She admits to 'losing her steeze' and stuttering. See the full story and reactions.

NYSC Opens Portal for Absconded Corps Members

The NYSC has announced a one-week window for absconded corps members to register for the 2025 Batch C remobilisation. The portal opens December 16. Learn the key requirements and deadlines here.

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.

NYSC Graduate Honours Police Officer Father in Viral Video

A Nigerian lady trends online after visiting her father's police station in her NYSC uniform to honour him. The emotional video captures her heartfelt tribute and his moving response. Read the full story and see reactions.

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.

NYSC Members Shun Camps Over Kidnapping Fears

Growing insecurity forces Nigerian graduates to skip NYSC orientation camps. Corps members speak out about kidnapping risks and question program relevance. Military rescues 74 members in Borno.

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