Police Raid “Fake Shrine,” Arrest Lagos Kidnap Suspects
Lagos police uncovered a fake shrine in Idimu, arrest suspects linked to kidnapping and other dubious activities.
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Bandits Abduct seven, Including Two Government Officials in Kwara
Suspected bandits have kidnapped seven people, including two Kwara government officials, during a fresh attack in Kwara.
FG Secures Freedom of 100 Kidnapped Niger Schoolchildren
Another 100 children abducted from St. Mary’s School in Niger State after a large-scale attack that left hundreds captive.
Sheikh Gumi Calls Down God’s Wrath on Those Fueling Nigeria’s Insecurity
Controversial Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, on Thursday, prayed for God’s wrath on those responsible for insecurity and bloodshed in Nigeria. Gumi took to this official Facebook page, praying that God should punish the perpetrators and spare the innocent. He wrote, “My prayer today: Ya Allah! Whoever initiated or is behind this insecurity and bloodbath … Read more
Bandits Abduct Two Chinese Workers at Kwara Road Project Site
Two Chinese nationals working on a road project in Kwara were kidnapped by armed bandits.
Police Rescue Five Rivers University Students Abducted in Midnight Attack
Five abducted students of the Rivers State University (RSU) have been rescued unhurt following a combined operation by the Rivers State Police Command, sister security agencies, and critical support from local community leaders. The victims—Prince London, Azubuike Kelechukwu, Elizabeth Aniete, Onyebuchi Precious, and London Sampson—were kidnapped around 1 a.m. on December 3 from their isolated … Read more
Kogi Kidnap Victim Recounts Escape After Crossing ‘Seven Rivers’
A kidnapped passenger in Kogi narrates how he escaped after trekking for hours and crossing “seven rivers”.
Six Real-Estate Marketers Kidnapped During Land Inspections
Adding to the rising wave of kidnappings, Police confirms six real-estate marketers were abducted during a land inspections.
Mother of Three Kidnapped in Abuja During Secret Trip to Her Boyfriend
A mother of three was abducted in Abuja after secretly visiting her boyfriend, with kidnappers demanding ransom.
Tinubu Declares National Security Emergency
President Tinubu has ordered a national security emergency, issued new directives to major police and military to confront escalating terrorist and bandit attacks.