Abuja-Kaduna Expressway Abduction: Two Women Rescued
Niger State Police rescue two women kidnapped in Abuja, found abandoned on Abuja-Kaduna expressway. Victims sprayed with chemical, robbed after ransom failed. Full story.
Category : Kidnapping
All Niger Schoolchildren Accounted For After Kidnapping
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
Kidnappers collect ₦2.57bn ransom in one year
A new report exposes that kidnappers in Nigeria collected a staggering ₦2.57 billion in ransom from July 2024 to June 2025, with the Northwest as the epicentre. Discover the shocking scale of this criminal enterprise.
Kwara Monarch Freed After 25 Days in Captivity
Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan Ile in Kwara, is free after 25 days. The community paid a huge ransom in two installments without government help. Read the full story.
Troops foil kidnapping, rescue 24 on Otukpo-Enugu road
Nigerian troops thwart a major kidnapping on Otukpo-Enugu expressway, rescuing 24 passengers. Read details of the dramatic rescue operation and the Commander's Christmas message.
Police Investigate Kidnap, Murder of Corps Member in Adamawa
Adamawa Police launch investigation into the kidnap and killing of NYSC member Beecroft Wenisefrus Dankunama in Lamurde LGA. CP Dankombo Morris deploys experts for discreet probe.
28 Travellers Kidnapped in Plateau, Ransom Demanded
Armed men kidnapped 28 people, including women and children, in Plateau state. Families have received ransom demands as police deploy rescue assets. Details inside.
N1.5m Ransom Demanded for Each of 28 Plateau Victims
Gunmen abduct 28 travellers in Plateau's Wase LGA, demanding N42 million total ransom. Families plead poverty as police investigate. Calls for security intensify.
Gunmen Abduct 28 Travellers in Plateau State
Gunmen abducted 28 travellers, including children and community leaders, in Wase LGA, Plateau State. Police are investigating the brazen attack. Read more for details.
130 Rescued School Children Received by Niger Governor Bago
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, received 130 rescued pupils and teachers from St. Mary's school. The children were freed in a joint security operation. Read the full story of their safe return.
Gunmen Abduct 28 in Plateau, Including Princes and Cleric
Gunmen abducted 28 travellers, including children, two princes, and a religious leader, in Wase LGA, Plateau State. Security forces are investigating. Read the full report.
Last Batch of Kidnapped Nigerian Pupils Rescued
The final 130 children from the St. Mary's school mass abduction have been handed over to authorities. Read the full details on the rescue and Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.
Gunmen abduct 28 travellers in Plateau, including children
Armed men abducted 28 travellers, including children, two princes, and a religious leader, in Wase LGA, Plateau State. Security agencies are investigating the night-time ambush. Read more for details.
Plateau Police Rescue Abducted Pastor's Family, Another Killed
Plateau State Police rescue a pastor's wife and daughter after a midnight kidnap in Bokkos. In a separate tragic incident, another pastor was killed by suspected herdsmen. Details inside.
Abiodun Hails Tinubu Over Rescue of Papiri Students
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun commends President Bola Tinubu for the safe release of all 230 abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. Read how this marks a victory against insecurity.
All Niger Catholic school kidnap victims freed
The final group of pupils and teachers abducted from St. Mary's school in Niger State have been released. Read the full story of their rescue and reunion with families.
130 More Kidnapped Niger Pupils Released
Nigerian authorities secure release of 130 Catholic schoolchildren kidnapped in November. All captives now free, ending a weeks-long crisis that revived memories of Chibok.
130 Niger Catholic School Pupils Released After Kidnapping
The final group of 130 kidnapped pupils from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State have been freed. Authorities credit sustained security pressure for the successful release. Read the full details.
Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
Nine Kidnapped in Kogi, Residents Seek Air Surveillance
Gunmen abducted nine persons in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA, including a family heading to a burial. Residents urge deployment of drones and police helicopters for rescue. Read more.
Kogi Bandit Attacks Force Suspension of Church Activities
The Obaro of Kabba and CAN have suspended all church services in Kabba/Bunu LGA, Kogi State, due to credible threats of bandit attacks. This follows recent kidnappings and a church invasion.
Mother, 3 Children Among 9 Abducted in Kogi Attack
Armed men storm Inele-Ugoh village in Kogi, kidnapping nine. Residents plead for aerial surveillance as ground troops search forests. Read more on the security crisis.
Bandits abduct 9 in Kogi, including mother and children
Armed bandits stormed a Kogi community, kidnapping nine people. A mother and her three children were among the victims. Read the full report on the security crisis.
Mother Spends All Savings to Fly Daughter Over Kidnapping
A Nigerian mother made the ultimate sacrifice, draining her bank account to buy a flight ticket for her daughter, fearing road travel due to rampant kidnappings. Her story highlights the daily terror many face. Read her emotional plea for safety.
Nine Kidnapped in Kogi, Residents Seek Aerial Surveillance
Armed bandits abducted nine people, including a mother and her three children en route to a burial, in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA. Residents plead for drones and police helicopters to aid ground troops in the search. Read more.
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.
Troops Rescue Abducted Councillor, Scholar in Borno
Nigerian Army troops rescue a councillor and Islamic scholar in Borno after a swift operation. Search continues for five others, including local officials. Read the full details.
Police kill 2 kidnappers, rescue victim in Rivers
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.
N200m Ransom Demanded for Kidnapped Ex-Customs Officer
Gunmen demand N200 million for the release of retired customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi, abducted in Osun. Community leaders and security forces are combing the bush. #Kidnapping #OsunSecurity
Borno: Gunmen Abduct Newly Elected Vice Chair, Councillors
Terrorists abduct newly elected Borno officials & passengers on deadly Biu-Buni Yadi road. Authorities urged to intensify rescue efforts. Read more.
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