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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.

Daughter of Ibadan G.O., JCI President Kidnapped

Ibukun Otesile, 2025 JCI Ibadan Elite President and daughter of Jesus Is King Ministries G.O., was kidnapped in Akobo. Police confirm investigation as CAN calls for urgent action.

Muslim Forum Rejects Plateau Church Conversion Claim

The Mangu Muslim Forum has dismissed a pastor's claim that a burnt church was converted to a mosque as 'baseless and inflammatory,' demanding immediate evidence or a retraction. Read the full story.

Army Rescues Abducted Pastor, Recovers Rifle in Plateau

Nigerian Army troops rescued Reverend Ephraim Yakubu from kidnappers in Plateau State's Bassa LGA. The clergyman was found injured. Troops recovered a fabricated rifle and ammunition. Read the full report.

Soldiers, Police Clash in Jos Mall, Rifle Seized

A violent clash between soldiers and police officers at a Jos mall caused panic. The Plateau command has sanctioned personnel involved. Read details of the incident and official response.

Full Scholarship for Rescued Niger, Kebbi Students

An edtech organization offers a two-year full scholarship to students rescued from kidnappings in Niger and Kebbi states, aiming to support their recovery and return to school. This initiative highlights the ongoing education crisis in Northern Nigeria.

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.

12,000 Killed in Plateau Violence Since 2001

Governor Caleb Mutfwang reveals shocking death toll of 12,000 people killed in Plateau State between 2001-2025. 420 communities attacked, mass displacement reported. Calls for police reform intensify.

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.

20 Farmers Kidnapped in Niger State Attack

Armed bandits have kidnapped about 20 farmers, including pregnant women and children, from a rice farm in Niger state. This comes just days after a mass school abduction. Read the latest details.

Mutfwang Absorbs Long-Serving Plateau Ad-hoc Staff

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has officially absorbed hundreds of long-serving ad-hoc staff in state-owned tertiary institutions, ending years of employment injustice and promising educational reforms.

APC Women Reject Mutfwang's Alleged Defection Bid

Hundreds of Plateau APC women protest Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plan to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term. Leader Elizabeth Samson Yerse warns against welcoming him.

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