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Seven Family Members of Emir of Yashikira Freed from Captivity
The Emir of Yashikira announced the release of seven family members kidnapped during a palace raid, noting that public pressure was vital for their recovery.
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.
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.
Thirteen Woro Abductees Still Missing Following Release of 163 Captives
Community leader Alhaji Yakubu Salihu confirms 13 Woro kidnap victims remain missing as 163 others return, while calling for better roads and permanent military presence in Kaiama.
Military operation recovers 308 hostages in Kwara and Niger forest areas
A security operation led by the ONSA has secured the release of 308 people abducted six months ago from communities in Kwara and Niger states.
Kwara State Confirms Release of 176 Abductees from Kaiama Attack
The Kwara State Government has announced the safe release of 176 residents kidnapped during a deadly February 2026 attack in Kaiama.
Police Working to Secure Release of Over 100 Abducted Individuals in Kwara
Kwara State police are actively working to rescue over 100 people kidnapped five months ago from the Kaiama region following a violent attack.
Nigerian Army neutralize four kidnappers and rescue three captives in regional missions
Nigerian Army operations in Kogi, Kwara, and Plateau states resulted in the neutralization of four kidnappers, the rescue of three victims, and the arrest of eight suspects.
Kwara military operation leads to four kidnappers killed and hostage rescue
Military forces under Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD neutralized four kidnappers and rescued a victim during a tactical ambush in Kwara State.
Kwara Court Convicts Two Individuals and a Firm for Unlawful Mining
A Federal High Court in Ilorin has sentenced two individuals and a company to prison or fines for conducting illegal mining operations and processing minerals without necessary permits.