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Kidnapping
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Governor AbdulRazaq Welcomes 163 Freed Woro Kidnap Victims
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has safely received 163 people rescued from captivity in Woro, Kaiama, while crediting enhanced state and federal security measures for the successful mission.
August 8, 2026
Three additional suspects apprehended in Nasarawa University professor kidnapping case
The DSS has detained three more suspects in connection with the kidnapping of Professor Samuel Avengbe Okunsebor of Nasarawa State University.
August 8, 2026
Seven Family Members of Emir of Yashikira Freed from Captivity
The Emir of Yashikira announced the release of seven family members kidnapped during a palace raid, noting that public pressure was vital for their recovery.
August 7, 2026
Edo police liberate four kidnapped commuters from gunmen posing as vigilantes
Four travelers were successfully rescued by Edo State police after gunmen disguised as vigilantes abducted them near the Ugbogun axis on the Lagos-Benin Expressway.
August 7, 2026
Two Farmers Abducted in Ondo; Kidnappers Seek N100 Million Ransom
Gunmen have kidnapped two farmers in Ondo State's Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo region, sparking a massive search and rescue operation by a combined security force.
August 7, 2026
Kidnappers Seize Two Farmers in Ondo, Seek N100 Million Ransom
Two farmers were kidnapped in the Parubber community of Ondo State by armed men who are now demanding a N100 million ransom for their release.
August 7, 2026
Kidnappers Seize Two Farmers in Ondo, Seek N100 Million Ransom
Gunmen have kidnapped two farmers in the Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo area of Ondo State, demanding a N100 million ransom for their release as security teams launch a rescue mission.
August 7, 2026
Abducted residents return to Ilorin as lawmaker reveals children were forced into bandit ranks
Freed victims from the Kaiama kidnapping incident have returned to Ilorin, though officials warn that some children were forced to join their captors and others remain missing.
August 7, 2026
Search continues for 13 people following release of 163 kidnap victims in Kwara
Following the release of 163 captives who were abducted during a raid on Kwara communities in February, 13 residents remain missing as local leaders push for increased security.
August 7, 2026
Armed militants murder one, kidnap four in recent Kebbi State farm raid
Suspected bandits killed one person and abducted four others during a farm raid near Wasagu, Kebbi State, highlighting the growing impact of insecurity on local food production.
August 7, 2026