Troops Rescue 5 Kidnap Victims in Kogi Forest
Nigerian Army troops have rescued five abducted victims and discovered decomposing bodies during a clearance operation in Kogi State. Get the latest details on the ongoing anti-kidnapping mission.
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Father rescues kidnapped daughter using phone tracker on Christmas
A Texas father heroically rescued his 15-year-old daughter after tracking her phone on Christmas Day. The suspect, Giovanni Rosales Espinoza, is now in custody. Read the full story.
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.
Man Reports MRS Stations Selling Fuel Above Dangote's N739 Price
A young Nigerian reports MRS filling stations in Lokoja selling fuel at N830/litre, harassing customers. This follows Aliko Dangote's call to report stations not complying with the N739 price. Read public reactions.
Cheaper Fuel Fuels Abuja's Thriving Christmas Economy
Abuja's Christmas economy thrives as fuel prices drop to ₦743 per litre, boosting local spending, market stability, and leisure activities. Discover how residents are celebrating differently this year.
FG Orders Contractors to Stay on Sites During Yuletide
The Federal Government has ordered contractors on major highways to keep sites open during Christmas. Minister Umahi also announced a N263bn payment directive to NNPCL to offset debts. Read more.
FRSC Ends Lokoja Gridlock, Traffic Now Moving
FRSC clears major gridlock on Lokoja highway by removing broken-down trucks. Joint operation with police restores traffic flow for festive travellers. Motorists urged to maintain lane discipline.
Night Bus Traveller Stuck 9+ Hours in Lokoja Traffic
A Nigerian lady's journey from Abuja to Enugu turned into a nightmare as she spent over 9 hours stuck in Lokoja traffic. She reveals the high cost of festive travel and sparks reactions online.
Pure Water Sells for N200 in Lokoja Holiday Traffic Jam
A Nigerian lady stuck on the Abuja-Lokoja road exposes how hawkers sell sachet water for up to N200. Read her shocking experience and public reactions to the annual gridlock.
Travellers Spend Night on Abuja-Lokoja Road in Gridlock
Thousands of Christmas travellers were stranded overnight on the Abuja-Lokoja expressway due to a severe gridlock, contradicting government claims of a cleared road. Read the full report.
Christmas Traffic Chaos: Abuja-Imo Travellers Stranded
A traveller's video reveals severe gridlock on Lokoja road as Nigerians head home for Christmas. See the shocking footage of the standstill.
FRSC Boosts Presence on Abuja-Lokoja Road to Ease Traffic
FRSC deploys more personnel and tow trucks on the busy Abuja-Lokoja Road to combat severe traffic congestion and ensure motorist safety during the festive season. Cooperate with officials for smoother travel.
FUL Student Dies After Snake Bite in Kogi
The Federal University Lokoja community is grieving after Favour, a 200-level Biotechnology student, died from a snake bite. Read the full story and the SUG's call for safety.
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.
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.
CSOs Petition EFCC Over Kogi LG Funds Diversion
Civil society groups uncover massive diversion of Kogi local government funds through Lokoja Voucher Scheme. EFCC receives petition demanding forensic audit and prosecution.
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.
Police Refute Bandit Invasion Rumors in Kogi
Kogi State Police Command denies fake news of bandit invasion in Zango, Crusher, and Felele communities. Authorities urge calm and warn against spreading false alarms. Report suspicious activities.
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.
Lokoja Dialogues Launch to Boost Nigeria's Water Security
Nigeria launches Lokoja Dialogues to address water crisis, potentially boosting GDP by 6% annually and reducing farmer-herder conflicts worth $13.7 billion through WEFE nexus approach.
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.
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