Tag: Kidnapping
July 3 in Nigeria’s history: 1 killed at Sea, 12 Taken in Niger Delta, 8 Killed in Maiduguri Bomb Blast
On July 3, 2010, armed gunmen attacked two cargo vessels off the coast of Nigeria’s oil-producing Niger Delta…
Davido vs Reno Omokri: Does taking Nigeria’s kidnapping crisis to the world stage help or hurt?
A public clash between Afrobeats superstar Davido and former presidential aide Reno Omokri has sparked a debate about…
Who was Rabe Abubakar? Ex-Major General who recently died in bandits’ captivity
As Major General Rabe Abubakar was lowered into the ground at Gidan Dawa Cemetery, Katsina, a crowd of…
Nigerian Military Rescues Young Mother and Six-Month-Old Child From Terrorists
KOGI, NIGERIA — Troops from the 12 Brigade Nigerian Army have successfully rescued two kidnap victims following a…
From Jerry-Cans to Gunmen: How Petrol Smuggling Fuels Insecurity in Kwara
Security experts have linked the interception of 43,750 liters of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to increased insecurity in…
April 15: Today in Nigeria history, Boko Haram attacked Chibok school, abducted atleast 276 girls
Boko Haram attacked Chibok school, abducted atleast 276 girls According to Lawrence Durrel, history is an endless repetition…
UNDER THE LENS: How financial institutions inadvertently sustain Nigeria’s insecurity economy
Nigeria’s insecurity challenge is often discussed in military or political terms, but financial systems increasingly feature in official…
TIMELINE: Persistent kidnappings in 2025, from attacks to ransoms and rescues
Kidnapping remained a major national concern in 2025 as many communities faced repeated attacks, abductions and rescue operations…
From Stardom to Struggle: Tribute to Prince David Adeniyi Ademokoya ‘Ajewole Baba Ijesa’
Ajewole Baba Ijesa, veteran broadcaster and Duro Ladipo's protégé who was humbled by predicaments Prince David Adeniyi Ademokoya…
How I escaped being kidnapped by police officers – Osun Doctor
A medical doctor who prefers to be anonymous has narrated how he escaped being kidnapped by gunmen suspected…
Despite a Boost in Security Funding, Nigeria Continues to Grapple With Kidnappings
The spate of kidnappings in Nigeria is becoming alarming. These mass kidnappings across the country have had devastating…
Kidnapping Epidemic in Abuja: Economic, Security implications on Nigeria
Kidnappers take over the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Obi, Atiku express concerns, charge government on immediate actions FCT…