Tag: #Kidnapping
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KOGI SHUTS MARKETS, MOTOR PARKS TO CHOKE BANDITS
No trading, no movement — Kogi State tightens the screws as security forces move in on terrorists and kidnappers in Kogi West. The Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary closure of selected markets and motor parks across Kogi West Senatorial District to boost ongoing security operations. Announcing the move in Lokoja, Information Commissioner Kingsley…
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82 KURMIN WALI WORSHIPPERS FREED, KADUNA PROMISES OTHERS WILL FOLLOW
Relief and hope as abducted church members regain freedom, but the rescue mission isn’t over yet. Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has confirmed the release of 82 worshippers kidnapped during the January 18 attack on Kurmin Wali village in Kajuru LGA — calling it a major boost to ongoing security operations in the state. The…
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IMO POLICE CRACK DOWN: 25 SUSPECTS, GUNS, DRUGS SEIZED
A major security sweep in January has landed armed robbery, terrorism and kidnapping suspects in police custody. The Imo State Police Command says it has recorded a major breakthrough after detaining 25 suspects linked to armed robbery, kidnapping, terrorism, cultism and drug peddling across the state. Police spokesperson DSP Henry Okoye said the arrests followed…
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STOP-AND-SEARCH SCORES BIG IN ONDO
A routine police check turns into a major bust as suspected kidnappers are taken off the streets. Police in Ondo State have arrested three suspected kidnappers and recovered weapons during a stop-and-search operation along Ilara Road, Ifedore LGA. The suspects—Umar, Muhammadu and Saibu—were intercepted by the Rapid Response Team at Ibule Junction. A search turned…
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KADUNA KIDNAPPINGS: CHRISTIAN LEADERS DECLARE 2-DAY FASTING OVER ABDUCTED WORSHIPPERS
After 163 worshippers were kidnapped from churches in Kajuru, Southern Kaduna’s Christian leaders are turning to prayer—and demanding action. Christian leaders in Southern Kaduna have declared a two-day fasting and prayer programme following the abduction of 163 worshippers from three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State. Chairman of the Southern Kaduna Christian…
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OJIBARA OF BAYAGAN ABDUCTED, N150 MILLION RANSOM DEMANDED
Residents of Bayagan in Kwara State are reeling after the Ojibara of Bayagan, Oba Kamilu Salami, was kidnapped on his farm by masked gunmen armed with AK-47 rifles. The abduction happened Friday morning around 9:30 am when the attackers, who had been trailing the monarch for days, stormed his farm and took him away on…
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NSCDC ARRESTS 20 SUSPECTS IN MAJOR CRACKDOWN ON NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended 20 individuals involved in serious crimes threatening Nigeria’s national security, the NSCDC National Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, announced during a press briefing in Abuja. Under orders from Commandant General Ahmed Audi, the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad (CG’sSIS) carried out the arrests between October…
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KOGI DISTRICT HEAD OF BAGAJI ADO ABDUCTED BY UNKNOWN GUNMEN
Security forces launch manhunt as traditional ruler is kidnapped amid rising bandit attacks. The Kogi Police confirmed the abduction of Mr. David Wada, District Head of Bagaji Ado, during an ambush on his way from a council meeting. Rapid response teams, including vigilantes and hunters, are combing nearby forests for his safe rescue. No contact…
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ENUGU POLICE DETAIN TEENAGER FOR KIDNAPPING AND MURDER OF 5-YEAR-OLD COUSIN
The Enugu State Police have arrested 18-year-old Ikediekpere Obodoagu and his accomplice, security guard Sunday Michael, for kidnapping and killing Obodoagu’s 5-year-old cousin, Wisdom. The suspects were caught following ransom demands and led operatives to the child’s burial site near their home. Both confessed during interrogation, and the Commissioner of Police assured justice for the…
