Category : Kidnapping


Senate Approves Death Penalty for Kidnapping

Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.

Senate okays death penalty for kidnappers

Nigerian Senate calls for death penalty for kidnappers and firearms law review to combat rising insecurity in Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger States. Urgent federal intervention demanded.

N600m Ransom Demand for Kidnapped Kaduna Priest

Bandits release photos of abducted Kaduna Anglican priest Ven. Edwin Achi and wife Sarah after demanding N600m ransom. The couple was kidnapped from Nissi community on October 28, 2025.

24 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls Regain Freedom

Northern advocacy group hails President Tinubu and Defence Minister Matawalle for successful rescue operation of 24 kidnapped schoolgirls in Kebbi state. Read full details.

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.

Troops Rescue Kidnapped Victim, Foil Ambush in Kogi

Nigerian Army troops foiled a bandit ambush in Lokoja, rescuing a kidnapped victim found in distress. The operation neutralized one bandit and recovered an AK-47 rifle. Support security efforts with credible information.

25 Maga Schoolgirls Rescued Without Ransom Payment

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris receives 25 rescued Maga schoolgirls, confirming no ransom was paid. Security agencies executed successful rescue operation following President Tinubu's directive. Read the full story.

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