Female Man O'War Officer Killed in Oyo Ambush
A female Man O'War officer, Dasola Sanusi, was killed when gunmen ambushed commuters on the Ibadan-Ago-Iwoye Expressway. Another officer was injured.
Category : Kidnapping
Delta Council Boss Freed After 10-Day Kidnap Ordeal
The Delta State Police Command confirms the release of Sapele Local Council Chairman Chief Bright Abeke, who was kidnapped by armed gunmen at a hotel in Sapele. No arrests have been made, and police are intensifying efforts to track down the suspects.
Delta LG Chairman Freed After 10 Days in Captivity
The Chairman of Sapele Local Government Area in Delta State, Hon. Chief Bright Abeke, has been released by kidnappers after 10 days in captivity. Police confirmed the development but disclosed no arrests or ransom details.
JAMB Candidate Kidnapped in Plateau, N20m Ransom Demanded
A young man, Nanmwa Turfa, was abducted in Plateau State after writing his JAMB exam. Kidnappers demand N20 million ransom as security forces launch search operations in Bokkos LGA.
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Kwara Youths Protest Insecurity, Demand Release of 176 Woro Victims
Youths in Kaiama, Kwara State, have staged a large-scale protest against worsening insecurity, demanding government action and the release of 176 abducted Woro community victims, following recent deadly attacks.
Edo Police Rescue Op for Abducted GUO Bus Passengers
Edo State Police Command has initiated a coordinated operation to rescue three passengers abducted from a GUO bus along the Lagos-Benin Expressway. The driver was killed, and one female passenger was injured in the attack.
15 Passengers Kidnapped on Calabar-Oron Waterway
About 15 passengers were abducted by gunmen along the Calabar-Oron waterways. Police and Navy launch coordinated rescue operations amid ongoing security concerns.
Police Rescue Abducted UTME Candidates in Benue
Benue State Police Command has successfully rescued 13 kidnapped victims, including eight UTME candidates, and apprehended eight suspects linked to the abduction.
Monarch Advocates Community Security Against Kidnappings
The Oluoke of Okeigbo, Oba Felix Adeoye Akintoye, urges a shift from government-only security to community-based frameworks to tackle kidnappings and banditry, emphasizing local participation and traditional leadership.
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Aiyedatiwa Concerned Over Indigenes' Role in Ondo Bomb Plot
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State expresses deep concern over a foiled bomb plot targeting government facilities, highlighting the involvement of state indigenes and assuring residents of enhanced security measures.
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Boko Haram: ₦5B Ransom or 416 Captives Face 'Sharing'
Boko Haram has issued a chilling 72-hour ultimatum demanding ₦5 billion ransom for 416 abducted women and children in Borno, threatening to 'share' them if demands aren't met.
Kidnapped UTME Candidates Detail Torture in Benue Forest
Survivors of a Benue kidnapping recount four days of beatings, starvation, and forced ransom calls. Governor Alia confirms eight victims were UTME candidates, while JAMB disputes this claim.
13 Kidnapped Passengers Rescued in Benue After Road Abduction
All 13 passengers abducted along the Makurdi-Otukpo road in Benue State have been successfully rescued in a coordinated security operation, bringing relief to residents amid ongoing insecurity concerns.
13 Kidnapped Passengers Rescued on Otukpo-Makurdi Road
All 13 passengers abducted along the Makurdi-Otukpo road in Benue have been rescued in a coordinated security operation, bringing relief to the community amid ongoing security challenges.
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Bandits Kidnap Monarch, Wife in Kwara Midnight Raid
Suspected bandits abducted a traditional ruler, his wife, and another resident during a midnight attack in Kwara State's Ifelodun LGA. Local authorities have launched a joint rescue operation.
Two UTME Candidates Escape Abduction in Benue
Two Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination candidates kidnapped in Benue State have escaped. Police confirm one arrest and deployment of tactical teams to rescue remaining victims.
Seven Suspects Arrested in Kogi Kidnapping Incident on Ayere-Kabba Road
Kogi State Police have arrested seven suspects following a kidnapping on Ayere-Kabba Road, with one passenger rescued and a massive search operation ongoing for others.
Two More JAMB Candidates Escape Kidnappers in Benue
Two additional JAMB candidates have escaped from kidnappers in Benue State, reducing the number of missing to 13. The unauthorized trip violated company guidelines, prompting security operations.
Cleric Donates N100m Relief to Plateau Victims, Urges Hope
Apostle Joshua Selman has donated relief materials worth over N100 million to victims of recent attacks in Plateau State, emphasizing hope and collective efforts for rebuilding communities.
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Two Sentenced to Death for Kidnapping Medical Director's Mother
A Bayelsa High Court has sentenced Felix Oburu and Anthony Kio Eligwe to death by hanging for the 2017 abduction of Mrs. Grace Omietimi, mother of FMC Yenagoa's CMD. The court upheld the prosecution's case after detailed testimony from the victim and DSS
Bandits Abduct Nasarawa Hospital Pharmacy Head in Zamfara
Bandits have abducted Maigana Lauwali Sani, Head of Pharmacy at General Hospital Nasarawa, while traveling on the Gusau–Anka Road in Zamfara State. The incident occurred on April 15, 2026, near a known flashpoint for armed attacks.
Osun Obas Raise Alarm Over Rising Kidnapping Cases
The Osun State Council of Obas, led by the Ooni of Ife, has urgently appealed to federal and state governments for enhanced security measures to combat increasing kidnapping incidents in border communities, citing specific cases and calling for immediate
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Chibok Now Metaphor for Neglect, Warns MMF CEO
Twelve years after the Chibok abduction, Murtala Muhammed Foundation reveals 89 girls remain missing, calling it a symbol of failed accountability and diminishing global attention to Nigeria's security crisis.
Family, Employer Appeal for Mercy for Abducted Graduate in Viral Video
The family and employer of John Arum, a recent UNIJOS graduate, appeal for mercy after he was abducted and beaten in a viral video. His captors demand a N30 million ransom, sparking outrage and calls for swift rescue.
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CHRICED: Over 1,000 Kidnapped Since January 2026
The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has decried the surge in kidnappings across Nigeria, reporting over 1,000 abductions since January 2026. The group warns of a deepening security crisis and calls for urgent reforms.
Chibok Survivor Denies Kidnapping Was Fake on 12th Anniversary
Rebecca Mallum, a survivor of the 2014 Chibok school kidnapping, has spoken out on the 12th anniversary, refuting claims that the abduction was propaganda and sharing her painful memories.
Ndume Calls for Urgent Rescue of 400 Abducted Ngoshe Residents
Senator Ali Ndume demands immediate federal action to free over 400 women and children abducted by Boko Haram in Ngoshe, Borno, as ADC criticizes government incompetence ahead of 2027 elections.
Chibok Parents Demand Global Action, 87 Girls Still Missing
Twelve years after the Chibok abduction, parents of the 87 still-missing girls renew calls for international intervention, as the Murtala Muhammed Foundation warns the tragedy symbolizes neglect.
Army Rescues Three Kidnapped Victims in Bauchi
Troops of the CSI Battalion rescued three kidnapped victims in Garin Bagobiri, Alkaleri LGA, Bauchi State, following an air strike on terrorist hideouts. The victims were handed over to an IDP camp for care.
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Ondo Killings Not Isolated, Youths Warn of Dangerous Pattern
Akure youths express concern over rising insecurity in Ondo State, citing killings and abductions in communities like Ilu-Abo and Igushin as evidence of a spreading dangerous pattern.
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