Kidnappers in Edo State have reduced their ransom demand from N100 million to N40 million for eight abducted residents. Community leaders are negotiating for a further reduction. Read the latest on this developing security situation.
Oyo Police arrest three teenage girls for threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m and human parts. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full story inside.
Nasarawa police, with vigilantes, arrest six kidnappers and rescue three victims in Lafia East. CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed orders manhunt after January 7 abduction. Read the full story.
Ogun State's forestry drive makes reserves inhospitable for kidnappers and militants. Commissioner reveals strategy and new equipment for enhanced security. Read more.
Nigerian Army troops raided a kidnappers' hideout in Plateau's Wase LGA, neutralising suspects and recovering weapons. Two gang members escaped. Read details of the operation.
Gunmen have killed Abu Momoh after abducting him and his brother, Dr. Ibrahim Momoh, in Auchi. The family confirms the tragic death as the kidnappers continue to hold the medical doctor. Read the full report.
HURIWA urges Nigerian security chiefs to adopt intelligence-led tactics against kidnappers and root out saboteurs within the armed forces. The group sets a 3-month ultimatum for results.
Gunmen demand N450 million to release the Oniwo of Aafin, his NYSC son, and eight villagers in Kwara. The police are yet to comment. Read the full details.
Kaduna police apprehend two suspected kidnappers after their victims used a clever survival tactic. The women pretended to develop feelings, leading to the suspects' capture. Read the full story.
The Nigerian government has declared bandits and kidnappers as terrorist groups, ending ambiguous labels. A nationwide security emergency is declared to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.
Nigeria's government has officially classified kidnappers and armed groups as terrorists, enabling full counterterrorism measures. The move follows diplomatic resolution with the US.
President Tinubu unveils a sweeping counterterrorism doctrine, listing armed groups, kidnappers, enablers, and complicit leaders as terrorists. Read the full list and implications.
Rivers State Police Command operatives have rescued an abducted woman and killed two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle at their forest hideout in Emohua. Read the full details of the daring operation.
Nigerian troops record major successes against kidnappers in Kaduna and Plateau states, neutralizing 5, rescuing 4 victims, and foiling attacks. Details of the coordinated operations revealed.
Gunmen abducted 18 bus passengers near Obarenren, Edo State. A joint security operation has rescued 11 victims. Police confirm manhunt ongoing. #NigeriaSecurity
Security forces in Kwara State have detained a medical doctor suspected of transporting drugs to kidnapping gangs. The arrest in Jebba highlights the gangs' desperation for medical aid after clashes. Read the full report.
Imo State Police Command neutralizes kidnappers, arrests suspects, recovers weapons, and denies human rights abuse allegations at tactical unit. CP Danjuma vows to sustain operations.
Nigerian troops raided a gunrunner's hideout in Plateau, recovering an AK-47 rifle and communication equipment. In a separate incident, Imo police killed two kidnappers. Read the latest security updates.
A Nigerian man's reaction to a bizarre AI video warning about 'kidnapper cows' in his mother's retiree WhatsApp group has gone viral on TikTok, sparking laughter and debate.
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.
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.
Nigerian Senate recommends death sentence for kidnappers without fine option. Security committees to probe military withdrawal in Kebbi school attack and General Uba's death.
Family confirms death of Kaduna Anglican priest Venerate Edwin Achi after kidnappers posted his photo on Facebook. The couple was abducted in October with N600 million ransom demanded.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
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.
Nigeria's Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, mandates death penalty for convicts. Read how this new resolution aims to combat rising insecurity.
Kidnappers in Kaduna have brazenly used a victim's phone to post photos on Facebook while demanding N600 million ransom for an Anglican vicar and his wife. Read the shocking details.
Pastor David Ibiyeomie of Salvation Ministries issues strong warning to kidnappers targeting church members. He declares divine judgment and protection amid Nigeria's insecurity crisis.
Nigerian police forces in Imo State have made a chilling discovery, uncovering multiple kidnappers' hideouts and recovering a decomposing body in a major security breakthrough.
Imo State Police uncover horrifying discovery in dismantled kidnappers' hideout as decomposing body raises concerns about missing Owerri lawyer. Forensic tests underway.