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Kidnapping
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Oyo CAN mandates churches to end late-night events and secure grounds due to rising threats
Oyo State's Christian Association of Nigeria has issued safety directives for local churches, including the suspension of late-night services and the installation of perimeter security, in response to increasing kidnapping threats.
June 25, 2026
Oyo State Christian Association Prohibits Late-Night Church Gatherings Amid Kidnapping Wave
The Oyo State branch of the Christian Association of Nigeria has instructed churches to cease late-night gatherings and bolster security measures in light of the state's escalating kidnapping crisis.
June 24, 2026
Oyo State Christian Association issues security advisory to churches
The Oyo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has ordered churches to increase security and stop late-night activities following a rise in local kidnappings.
June 24, 2026
Three Zamfara kidnap victims regain freedom after escaping terrorist base
Three people held captive for three months in Zamfara State have been rescued by Nigerian Army troops after managing to escape their terrorist captors.
June 24, 2026
Ogun Police Neutralize Two Kidnappers, Recover N2.2m and Weapon
Ogun State police officers killed two kidnappers and rescued a victim following a shootout, while recovering N2.2 million and a firearm.
June 24, 2026
Police Apprehend Four Including Woman Following Vegetable Market Kidnapping
Edo State Police have arrested five suspects, including a 27-year-old woman, in connection with a kidnapping at a Benin City vegetable market.
June 24, 2026
Military forces liberate two hostages and block multiple kidnapping bids
Military units rescued two women in Kwara State and thwarted separate kidnapping attempts in Ondo and Niger States during recent security operations.
June 24, 2026
Oyo State Assembly Flags Insecure Borders Following Kidnappings
Oyo State lawmakers have highlighted security failures at state borders following a school abduction, while the police have officially denied viral rumors that the victims were moved by air.
June 24, 2026
Governor Makinde Imposes Curfew Across 10 Oyo Local Governments Following Abductions
Governor Seyi Makinde has initiated a 16-hour curfew across 10 local government areas in Oyo State as authorities work to locate students and teachers recently kidnapped by bandits.
June 23, 2026
Oyo Police refute reports of abducted students and teachers being moved to Kaduna
The Oyo State Police Command has officially denied social media claims that students and teachers kidnapped in the Orire Local Government Area were moved to Kaduna by helicopter.
June 23, 2026