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Kidnapping
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Oyo Kidnapping: Hospital Releases 31 Pupils While Eight Remain Under Care
Following the rescue of 39 kidnapped pupils in Oyo State, 31 have been discharged from the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, while eight students continue to receive medical care.
July 15, 2026
Armed individuals kidnap students, principal, and NECO staff in Kogi State
A group of gunmen abducted several students, a principal, and an examination official from a school in Kogi State during a Tuesday evening attack.
July 15, 2026
Armed assailants kidnap principal and students at Kogi school during NECO exam
Gunmen raided a Kogi State secondary school on Tuesday, abducting the principal, four students, and a NECO official during an ongoing examination.
July 15, 2026
Joint security forces prevent abduction attempt at Kebbi District Head’s home
Security forces in Kebbi State successfully repelled an attack on the residence of the District Head of Badariya, ensuring the safety of the ruler and his family.
July 15, 2026
Edo security forces neutralize one kidnapper and rescue three students following campus tragedy
A joint security operation in Edo State has resulted in the neutralization of a suspect and the rescue of three Ambrose Alli University students following a fatal attack on a peer.
July 14, 2026
Senate criticizes Governor Makinde regarding UN investigation request for Oyo kidnapping
The Nigerian Senate has censured Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for requesting a United Nations inquiry into a recent kidnapping, labeling the move as trivializing a grave situation.
July 14, 2026
Senate criticizes Governor Makinde for seeking UN investigation into Oyo school kidnapping
The Senate has condemned Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde for proposing a UN-led probe into a recent school kidnapping, while simultaneously honoring the military personnel who died during the successful rescue operation.
July 14, 2026
Military forces save seven people from kidnappers on Plateau highway
Operation Enduring Peace troops rescued seven passengers from kidnappers after a late-night incident on the Riyom highway in Plateau State.
July 14, 2026
Federal Government Rejects Makinde’s UN Investigation Request Regarding Oyo Kidnapping
The Presidency dismissed Governor Seyi Makinde's demand for a UN investigation into a recent school kidnapping in Oyo, labeling the move as a politically motivated attempt to undermine national institutions.
July 14, 2026
Senator Buhari credits security cooperation for Oyo abduction rescue
Senator Abdulfatai Buhari attributes the successful rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren and teachers to the effective collaboration between various security agencies.
July 14, 2026