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Kidnapping
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Kaduna Police Intercept Kidnapping Operation, Nine Rescued
Kaduna police rescued nine kidnap victims in Birnin Gwari but lost two officers during an ambush on the return journey.
Kaduna Police Liberate Nine Kidnap Victims, Two Officers Killed in Ambush
Kaduna police rescued nine farm workers from kidnappers in Birnin Gwari, but two officers died during an ambush while returning from the mission.
Army Chief Urges Military Strategists to Counter Nigeria’s Kidnapping Crisis
Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked the Army War College with using new wargaming technology to find innovative solutions to the country's persistent mass abduction crisis.
Delta State police apprehend pair involved in unsuccessful abduction
Delta State police and local vigilantes have arrested two suspects, Iliyasu Hassan and Idris Abdulkarim, for a failed kidnapping attempt that occurred in Ughelli North.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.