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Kidnapping
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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
315 Abducted Nigerians Freed in 24-Hour Rescue Operations
Military and police forces have successfully rescued 315 kidnapping victims across Kwara, Niger, and Ogun states in a coordinated 24-hour effort, drawing praise from President Tinubu and security experts.
August 7, 2026
Police Secure Release of Five Abducted Gateway ICT Polytechnic Students in Ogun
Ogun State police have rescued five Gateway ICT Polytechnic students who were kidnapped from an off-campus hostel, following a joint operation by security agencies.
August 6, 2026
Governor Abiodun Confirms Rescue of Seven Gateway Polytechnic Students
Governor Dapo Abiodun confirmed the safe rescue of seven kidnapped Gateway ICT Polytechnic students without ransom, crediting a multi-agency security effort.
August 6, 2026
Jigawa authorities apprehend woman and nurse for hospital baby theft
Jigawa State police have detained a woman and a hospital nurse for the alleged kidnapping of a toddler from Babura General Hospital with plans to sell the child.
August 6, 2026