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Kidnapping
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Oyo State Governor Makinde addresses claims he planned Oriire school kidnapping
Governor Seyi Makinde has launched a judicial inquiry into the Oriire school kidnappings to counter allegations that he was involved in the crime and to ensure future accountability.
July 31, 2026
ADC demands national expansion of Oyo rescue model
The African Democratic Congress has urged President Tinubu to apply the intelligence-driven security strategy used in the recent Oriire, Oyo State rescue to all other ongoing kidnapping cases across Nigeria.
July 31, 2026
Seminarian kidnapped during raid on Catholic Bishop’s home in Benue
A Catholic seminarian named Kelvin Ochai has been abducted by gunmen following an attack on the Bishop's residence in Benue State's Otukpo area.
July 31, 2026
Niger State Police dismantle kidnapping ring and seize weapons
Niger State Police arrested 71 suspects and recovered 10 AK-47 rifles following a series of intelligence-led operations targeting kidnapping and organized crime in July.
July 31, 2026
Ogun Police Launch Search for Five Abducted Gateway Polytechnic Students
Ogun State Police and the Gateway ICT Polytechnic leadership have confirmed that five students were kidnapped from an off-campus hostel in Ipara on Wednesday night, with rescue operations now underway.
July 30, 2026
Governor Makinde Establishes Judicial Panel for Oriire Kidnapping Investigation
Governor Seyi Makinde has formed a judicial panel to investigate the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo State, aiming to enhance security and prevent future occurrences.
July 30, 2026
Abduction reported as armed gang strikes Kwara village
Armed assailants kidnapped a resident of Lata Nna in Kwara State on Thursday, prompting renewed calls for federal government intervention to address the rising security crisis.
July 30, 2026
Tinubu reveals rejection of terrorist demands in Oyo school kidnapping case
President Bola Tinubu explains why the government rejected demands from kidnappers who abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State.
July 30, 2026
Kwara Kidnapping Crisis: Families Say N155 Million Ransom Payment Rejected
Families in Kwara State report that kidnappers rejected a N155 million ransom payment, leaving 176 residents abducted since a violent February attack.
July 30, 2026
Tinubu Explains Government Stance on Oyo Kidnapping Ransom
President Bola Tinubu explains why the government avoided paying ransom for kidnapped Oyo schoolchildren, citing terrain knowledge and plans to bolster security infrastructure.
July 30, 2026