Man Escapes Kidnappers, Says Three Still Held by Herdsmen
A man kidnapped by herdsmen returns home after escaping, detailing his ordeal and revealing three others, including a woman facing abuse, remain captive in the hideout.
Category : Kidnapping
Kidnapping as Nigeria's 'Perfect Crime' and Security Gaps
Kidnapping for ransom has become a 'perfect crime' in Nigeria, with criminals evading capture due to flawed security strategies. This article explores the tactics used, police helplessness, and urgent calls for government action to demystify and combat th
Four Cocoa Farmers Kidnapped in Oyo Research Institute Attack
Six armed gunmen kidnapped four cocoa farmers at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria in Ibadan. Police have rescued one victim and launched a bush combing operation to find the others.
Mining Chairman, Manager Abducted in Nasarawa Raid
Gunmen stormed the residence of Mallam Suleiman Yusuf, Chairman of the Mining Association in Udege-Mbeki, during Iftar, abducting him and his Mill Manager, Joseph Uguedo, in Nasarawa State.
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Bandits Threaten to Kill 32 Kaduna Hostages Over ₦30m Ransom
Residents of Kutaho and Kugir communities in Kaduna State raise alarm as bandits threaten to execute 32 abducted villagers if a ₦30 million ransom and four motorcycles are not paid, highlighting ongoing insecurity and lack of government intervention.
Bandits Threaten 32 Kaduna Villagers Over N30m Ransom
Armed bandits have issued a deadly ultimatum to kill 32 abducted villagers from Kutaho and Kugir communities in Kaduna State if a N30 million ransom and four motorcycles are not delivered. The victims, including a pregnant woman and a bride-to-be, were ki
Boko Haram Demands ₦3.52B Ransom for 176 Kwara Victims
Boko Haram insurgents have demanded a staggering ₦3.52 billion ransom for the release of 176 kidnapped residents from Woro community in Kwara State, as negotiations stall and families struggle to meet the exorbitant demand.
Bandits Kill One, Abduct Seven in Kaduna Attack
Bandits attacked Sabon Gyero community in Kaduna, killing a deaf-mute man and abducting seven residents, including women and children, during an early morning raid.
Troops Free 5 Kidnap Victims, Recover Arms in Benue
Operation WHIRL STROKE troops have rescued five kidnapped victims and recovered a cache of weapons in separate operations in Katsina-Ala LGA, Benue State. The victims were held for up to over a month before being freed.
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Kwara Families Despair Over 176 Missing Kidnapped Residents
Families of 176 abducted Kwara residents express deepening hopelessness as weeks pass without communication from Boko Haram or meaningful government updates, fearing pregnant women and children may not survive captivity.
Ondo Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnap Logistics Suppliers
Ondo State Police Command has arrested two logistics suppliers linked to a kidnapping syndicate terrorizing Ilu-Abo community, following community intelligence.
Two Arrested for Kidnapping 4-Year-Old in Adamawa
Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended two suspects, Sadiq Ali and Shitu Umar, for allegedly kidnapping a four-year-old boy in Numan LGA and demanding an N800,000 ransom.
ECWA Member Killed, Wife Abducted in Kwara Attack
Gunmen killed an ECWA church member and abducted his wife and four others in Oyatedo village, Kwara State, as church leaders warn of worsening kidnappings and insecurity disrupting farming and forcing church closures.
Kwara Businessman's Wife, Son Escape from Kidnappers
The wife and son of Kwara petrol dealer Alhaji Abass have escaped from their captors after being abducted in Ndeji community. The incident follows the businessman's own kidnapping ordeal last month.
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Bauchi Bride, 15 Others Freed After 57 Days in Captivity
Sixteen individuals, including a bride, kidnapped from a wedding convoy in Bauchi State have been released after 57 days. Their freedom came following a N25 million ransom payment by families and community members.
N100m Ransom Demanded for Abducted Ondo LG Secretary
Kidnappers have demanded a N100 million ransom for the release of Joseph Kayode Aladesuyi, the secretary of Okeluju LCDA, and Esther Akinlolu, abducted at a poultry farm in Akure North, Ondo State.
Ondo Protesters Block Highway with Victim's Body Over Kidnappings
Residents in Ondo State barricaded the Akure-Owo highway using the remains of a kidnap victim, demanding urgent government intervention to address rampant abductions and killings in their communities.
LG Secretary, Another Kidnapped in Ondo Poultry Farm Attack
Armed gunmen have kidnapped a local government secretary and another individual at a poultry farm in Ondo State. Police confirm the abduction and have launched a search and rescue operation.
Gunmen Kidnap Local Govt Secretary, Woman in Ondo State
Armed gunmen have kidnapped Joseph Kayode, Secretary of Okeluju LCDA, and Esther Akinlolu from their poultry farm in Ondo State. Police have launched intensive search operations to rescue the victims.
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Kidnapped NYSC Member Records Video Proving He's Alive
A kidnapped NYSC member has appeared in a video released by his captors, confirming he is alive and urging his family to remain calm as bandits continue ransom negotiations in northern Nigeria.
CCTV Shows Woman Abducted in Front of Child in Ondo
Residents of Ondo state are alarmed after a woman was abducted from her home in Akure, with CCTV footage showing the incident occurring in front of her frightened child.
Kidnappers Abduct Nursing Mother in Abuja, Husband Cries Out
Families in Abuja's Kubwa area are pleading for government intervention after armed men abducted women and children, including a nursing mother just 40 days after childbirth, leaving her newborn separated.
Troops Rescue Two Kidnapped Bankers in Taraba Operation
Nigerian troops from Operation WHIRL STROKE have successfully rescued two Unity Bank staff members who were abducted in Benue State. The intelligence-led operation in Taraba forced kidnappers to flee, recovering the victims safely.
Bandits Abduct Kwara Businessman's Family in Ndeji Raid
Armed bandits have kidnapped the wife and son of Alhaji Abass, a petrol dealer in Kwara State, heightening insecurity fears in the Lafiagi Emirate area.
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Kidnapper Killed, 20 Rescued in Bwari Security Operation
FCT Police, Army, DSS, and vigilantes conducted a coordinated operation in Bwari, killing a kidnapper, arresting two, and rescuing 20 abducted victims after a gun duel.
Ex-Deputy Governor's Father Killed After Kidnapping in Ebonyi
Traditional ruler Ezeogo Francis Igwe, father of former Ebonyi deputy governor, was abducted and murdered. Police have arrested multiple suspects after a shootout at the gang's hideout.
Over 100 Women, Children Abducted in Borno Terror Attack
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists attacked Ngoshe community in Borno, killing soldiers and elders, and abducting more than 100 women and children from an IDP camp.
Boko Haram Attacks Borno Base, Kidnaps Over 100 Women and Children
Suspected Boko Haram militants attacked a military base and IDP camp in Ngoshe, Borno, killing soldiers and civilians while abducting over 100 women and children. The assault highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
Troops Kill Kidnapper, Rescue Four in Edo Operations
Nigerian Army troops in collaboration with Edo State Security Corps have neutralized a notorious kidnapper, rescued four abducted victims, and arrested another suspect during separate operations in Edo State's Auchi and Esan West areas.
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Kidnappers Demand Food Before Ransom in Kaduna Abduction
Bandits holding 14 residents in Kaduna's Kagarko LGA have demanded food supplies to feed victims before discussing ransom, adding a cruel twist to Nigeria's kidnapping crisis.
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