Category : Kidnapping


Bandits kidnap Kwara traditional ruler on farm

Suspected bandits have kidnapped the Ojibara of Bayagan kingdom, Oba Kamilu Salami, in Kwara's Ifelodun LGA. The incident occurred on Saturday morning while the monarch was working on his farm.

Army rescues 21 kidnapped passengers in Kogi

Nigerian Army confirms rescue of 21 passengers abducted along Obajana-Oshokoshoko road. Joint security operation engaged kidnappers in fierce gunfire. Read 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.

Kidnappers Demand ₦100m for Abducted Man in Kogi

A Nigerian family pleads for help after kidnappers abducted their relative along Obajana Road in Kogi State. The widow's son was traveling in an 18-seater bus when gunmen struck. Support needed urgently.

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.

Ngige's convoy attacked by gunmen in Anambra

Former Minister Chris Ngige recounts how gunmen dressed in security uniforms attacked his convoy in Anambra, leaving one woman dead and others injured. Read full details.

PDP Chair Calls for Review of Nigeria's Security

PDP National Chairman Kabiru Tanimu Turaki urges a comprehensive review of Nigeria's security architecture following mass abductions in Niger State. The UN reports 402 kidnapped in recent weeks.

No Contact from Papiri School Kidnappers - CAN

Niger CAN chairman confirms no communication from kidnappers who abducted 315 from St Mary's Catholic School. 265 pupils and teachers remain missing after 50 escaped. Parents traumatized.

Mother Abducted in Kogi During Abuja Bus Journey

A Nigerian man cries out after kidnappers abduct his mother in Kabba, Kogi state while she was traveling to Abuja by bus. The incident occurred on November 27, 2025. Read full details and public reactions.

Kogi Children Flee School Over Bandit Rumors

A Kogi mother shares how her children ran home from school amid bandit invasion rumors. Police deny the attack as parents react to the security scare. Read full details.

NYSC Members Shun Camps Over Kidnapping Fears

Growing insecurity forces Nigerian graduates to skip NYSC orientation camps. Corps members speak out about kidnapping risks and question program relevance. Military rescues 74 members in Borno.

Fresh Bandit Attack Hits Kebbi After Rescue

Bandits strike Kebbi community again, abducting residents just 24 hours after 24 schoolgirls were rescued. Police yet to confirm latest attack as insecurity escalates.

Palm Wine Tapper Rescued From Kidnappers in Delta

Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu led security forces to rescue a palm wine tapper kidnapped near Agbor. Tragically, his colleague died after family offered N10,000 ransom. Read the full story.

Bandits kidnap 7 youths in FCT community raid

Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi settlement, abducting six teenage girls and a 16-year-old boy. The attack highlights growing security concerns in Bwari Area Council bordering Kaduna State.

NDYC urges Tinubu to create security task force

Following the successful rescue of 24 Kebbi schoolgirls, the Niger Delta Youth Congress calls on President Tinubu to establish a Special Presidential Security Task Force on Banditry and Kidnapping.

APC Chairman Visits Niger Gov Over Missing Children

APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda visits Niger State Governor, pledging solidarity over the missing St. Mary's School children. He also commended security efforts and religious tolerance in the state.

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