Category : Kidnapping


Life Sentence for Kidnap Kingpin Who Abducted Judge

A Federal High Court in Uyo has sentenced Nkereuwem Felix Effiong to life imprisonment for kidnapping a judge and involvement in terrorist activities. The court delivered the verdict after convicting him on multiple charges under the Terrorism Act.

Kidnappers Kill Ransom Bearer in Adamawa, Police Hunt

Security forces in Adamawa State are intensifying operations after kidnappers abducted and killed a ransom bearer in Girei LGA. The victim was found with bullet wounds, sparking a police investigation and community alarm.

Troops Rescue Five Kidnapped Travellers in Enugu Operation

Joint Task Force Southeast troops successfully rescued five kidnapped victims after repelling an armed attack on commuters along the 9th Mile axis in Enugu State. The operation occurred on February 20, 2026, following a distress call about suspected crimi

Woman Dies in Ekiti Kidnapping; Six Freed After Ransom

A tragic kidnapping in Ekiti State sees one woman die in captivity from exhaustion, while six other victims are released after a N25 million ransom payment. The victims endured weeks of forced marches through forests across three states.

Ondo Monarch Killed in Failed Kidnapping by Gunmen

Suspected gunmen have killed the traditional ruler of Ahungha Village in Ondo State during a foiled abduction attempt. The monarch was attacked in his palace and later found dead with gunshot wounds.

Bandits Abduct Chief Imam's Family in Bauchi

Suspected bandits attacked the home of Imam Abubakar Muhammad Digare, abducting his wives, daughters, and other family members in Digare town, Alkaleri LGA, Bauchi State, on Saturday night, February 14, 2026.

DSS Rescues Kidnapped Boy in Kano, Arrests Suspect

Operatives of the Department of State Services in Kano have successfully rescued a five-year-old boy, Muhammad Haruna, from kidnappers in Danzaki Village. The suspect, Aminu Mukhtar, was arrested while negotiating a N15 million ransom with the victim's fa

12-Year-Old Schoolgirl Abducted by Gunmen in Ibadan

Oyo State Police confirm the kidnapping of a Junior Secondary School 2 pupil in Ibadan's Challenge area. Armed assailants attacked the girl's mother's vehicle near her school, firing shots and puncturing a tyre before fleeing with the child.

IED Blast Kills Two, Injures One in Niger State

Two persons were killed and another injured when an improvised explosive device detonated along a community road in Shiroro LGA, Niger State. The incident occurred on February 7, with police investigating.

Army Raids Edo Kidnappers' Den, Arrests 13

Troops of the Nigerian Army conducted coordinated raids in Edo North, arresting 13 suspected kidnappers and recovering weapons, drugs, and illicit items in a major security operation.

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