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Two Kidnapping Suspects Arrested in Adamawa

Adamawa Police arrest two men accused of terrorising Sarau Belel community and threatening a man over his brother's 2024 abduction. CP Dankombo Morris orders thorough probe.

Police Arrest 22, Recover Arms, Drugs Nationwide

Nigeria Police arrest 22 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. Firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs recovered in major nationwide operations. Read details.

Woman fakes kidnap, extorts ₦2.5m from husband

Lagos police arrest a 26-year-old woman and accomplice for staging her own abduction to extort money from her husband. Full investigation details revealed. Report any suspicious activity to the police.

Court Grants Bail to Activist Harrison Gwamnishu

Edo High Court grants bail to activist Harrison Gwamnishu, detained over a controversial N20 million ransom negotiation for an abducted couple. Read the full details of the case.

Four Sentenced to Death for Kidnapping, Murder in Akwa Ibom

An Akwa Ibom High Court has sentenced four men to death by hanging for the kidnap and murder of businessman Chijioke Anyanwu. The notorious gang also abducted a university lecturer. Read the full details of the judgment and the gang's operations.

Woman fakes own kidnap, extorts N2.5m from husband

Lagos police confirm the arrest of a 26-year-old woman who staged her own abduction to extort money from her husband. Investigation reveals a complex plot involving an accomplice and a sold iPhone.

Troops rescue 14 captives in Orokam Forest operation

Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have freed 14 kidnapped victims from a hideout in Orokam Forest. The successful raid followed community intelligence. Read the full details of the rescue mission.

Woman Defends Harrison Gwamnishu with WhatsApp Chats

A woman shares her private WhatsApp conversations with activist Harrison Gwamnishu, revealing details of his meetings with Edo officials before his arrest over a kidnap case. She defends him against ransom theft claims.

Rivers Police Rescue 5 Kidnap Victims in Emuoha

Rivers State Police Command rescues five kidnap victims unhurt in Emuoha. CP Adepoju vows to track down fleeing cultists. Read the full report on the successful joint operation.

Activist Gwamnishu Denies Stealing Kidnap Ransom

Nigerian activist Harrison Gwamnishu breaks silence after being accused of stealing part of a ransom meant for a pregnant kidnap victim and her husband in Edo. Read his full response.

Troops Arrest 3 Suspected Arsonists in Taraba

Nigerian Army troops have arrested three men for arson in Karim Lamido, Taraba State, preventing a potential escalation of communal clashes. Read how vigilance saved the day.

Man arrested for staging own kidnap in Ondo

Ondo Police uncover a staged kidnapping scheme, arresting a man who faked his abduction to extort ransom from his family. Read how intelligence-led policing foiled the plot.

Man narrates escape from kidnappers in Kogi

A Nigerian man recounts his daring escape from kidnappers who attacked a bus in Kogi. He reveals crossing 7 rivers and shocking local collusion. Read his full story.

FCT Police Avert Planned Attack, Neutralise 3 Bandits

FCT Police, acting on intelligence, have foiled a planned large-scale kidnap attack in Kwali, neutralising three bandits and recovering weapons. A joint operation with the Army is ongoing. Read 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.

37 Kidnap Victims Freed in Katsina Peace Deal

37 kidnapped victims, including women and children, have been released in Katsina without ransom payment following successful peace negotiations with bandits in Bakori LGA.

Two Arrested for Killing Police Officer in Ondo

Two men arrested for stabbing a police officer to death in Akure, Ondo State. Police debunk social media reports of widespread attacks in the Arakale area. Read the full details.

Police recover 210 ammunition rounds in Kaduna

Kaduna Police recover 210 rounds of 7.56mm ammunition abandoned on Zaria-Funtua highway. Commissioner warns criminals as manhunt begins. Stay informed with latest security updates.

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