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NAF Helicopter Makes Precautionary Landing On Benue Farmland After Anti-Kidnapping Operation
The Nigerian Air Force says a helicopter made a precautionary landing on farmland in Benue after an anti-kidnapping operation, while a resident described it as an emergency landing linked to a suspected technical fault.
Gboko Child Kidnapping: Traditional Council Meets Police, DSS as Suspects Are Arrested
The Gboko Traditional Council has met with the Police and DSS over recent reported child-kidnapping cases, with suspects reportedly arrested and referred to the State CID for investigation.
Odo-Ere Kidnap: Army Reportedly Rescues Father, Search for Two Children
A father was reportedly rescued after an August 6 kidnapping in Odo-Ere, Yagba West, Kogi State, while security forces search for his two children still believed to be in captivity.
Benue Police Allege Two Women Staged Fake Kidnap Plot to Extort Ransom
The Benue State Police Command says it has arrested two women who allegedly conspired to stage a fake kidnapping to extort ransom from a family member. Authorities say investigations are ongoing and the suspects will be charged to court if sufficient evidence is established.
Lau Communities Under Attack as Bandits Kill Five, Kidnap Monarch in Taraba
Five people have reportedly been killed and several others injured in attacks across communities in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State, while a village head was abducted and later released. Hundreds of residents have reportedly sought refuge elsewhere amid rising insecurity.
Family Raises Alarm Over Alleged Kidnapping of Benue Links Passenger Travelling to Benue
A Benue family has appealed for public assistance after alleging that a woman travelling from Lagos to Benue went missing during her journey. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.
Kaduna Community Mourns Mother & Son Following Kidnapping Tragedy
A mother allegedly died while in captivity after being abducted in Kaduna State, while her son was reportedly killed after delivering ransom. Authorities have yet to publicly confirm the full details.
VeryDarkMan Joins Anti-Insecurity Protest in Ibadan, Calls for Stronger Security Measures
Social media influencer and activist VeryDarkMan joined residents in Ibadan to protest rising insecurity, urging authorities to strengthen efforts to protect lives and communities.
Police Nab Four Suspected Kidnappers in Abuja Operation; Female Suspect Gives Birth While Detained
Four suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate have been arrested in Abuja, police say. A pregnant female suspect later delivered a baby boy while in custody and received medical care alongside her child.
Bandits Att@ck Kogi Community, K!ll Vice Principal, Two Others, Target WAEC Candidates
Armed bandits attacked Iluke Bunu in Kogi State, killing a vice principal and two others while attempting to abduct students writing WAEC examinations. Soldiers reportedly foiled the mass kidnapping attempt.