FG seeks speedy trial of kidnappers, bandits, terror suspects by courts to reduce insecurity
The Federal Government has called on the courts to speed up the trial of kidnappers, bandits and terror suspects across the country. According to officials, delays in prosecution allow criminals to return to society without punishment, which worsens insecurity. The government believes faster trials will send a strong message and help reduce crime. Authorities stressed […]
Village Head Kidnapped, One Killed As Bandits Attack Rani Ramat, Kwara
Tension has gripped the Rani Ramat community in Kwara State following a deadly attack by armed bandits that left one person dead and the village head kidnapped. The incident, which occurred late Sunday night, sent residents fleeing into nearby bushes as the attackers stormed the area, shooting sporadically and looting valuables. Eyewitnesses said the assailants […]
Enugu LG Boss Dislodges Kidnappers On Ambush
The Chairman of Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area in Enugu State, Mr. Chijioke Ezugwu, recently escaped an ambush by kidnappers. These gunmen, who have been troubling the area, tried to stop his convoy as he was returning from a security meeting in Umulokpa, the council’s headquarters. Reports say the attackers, dressed like herdsmen and carrying guns, […]
Troops arrest 21-year-old notorious gunrunner, neutralize two kidnappers in Plateau
The Nigerian Army has made progress in fighting crime in Plateau State. During their ongoing security operation, Operation Lafiyan Jama’a, soldiers arrested a 21-year-old gunrunner and neutralized two kidnappers in separate missions. On March 12, 2025, soldiers carried out an operation in Kuru and Turu areas of Jos South Local Government Area (LGA). They engaged […]
Two suspects arrested as Navy raids pirates and kidnappers’ camp in Bayelsa
On January 11, 2025, the Nigerian Navy conducted a successful raid on a pirates’ and kidnappers’ camp in the Fununu community, located in the Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. This raid was part of Operation Delta Sanity II, a major operation aimed at eradicating criminal activities in Nigeria’s maritime region. The suspects, who […]
Police arrest 22 suspected criminals, recover dangerous weapons on Christmas Day
During the Christmas holiday, the Nigeria Police Force arrested 22 criminals, including armed robbers, kidnappers, and cultists, who were targeting innocent people. The police were quick to respond to reports of criminal activity across several states, successfully making arrests and recovering dangerous weapons. In Lagos, at 1 a.m. on Christmas Day, police officers received a […]
Doctor Kidnapped by Gunmen from Private Clinic in Delta
In a troubling incident, gunmen abducted Dr. Donatus Nwasor, a medical doctor, from his private clinic in Utagba-Uno, Ndokwa West, Delta State. The event took place as the doctor was finishing his workday. Reports say that Dr. Nwasor was preparing to leave around 8 p.m. when he received a phone call. As he stepped out […]
I Won’t Pay A Dime For Ransom – Apostle Chibuzor Tells Kidnappers Demanding N50M Ransom To Release Abducted OPM School Principal
Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, the General Overseer of Omega Power Ministry (OPM), has responded firmly to the kidnapping of the principal of the church’s free school in Jos. The kidnappers, after abducting the school principal, demanded a hefty ransom of N50 million for his release. In a post on the church’s official Facebook page, Pastor Chinyere […]
Nigerian Army Neutralizes Terrorists, Captures Kidnappers, as Boko Haram Fighters Surrender in Borno
The Nigerian Army has achieved significant success in its recent operations against terrorist groups across the country. These actions have led to the elimination of several terrorists, the capture of suspected kidnappers of a retired military officer, and the recovery of a large cache of arms, ammunition, and other terrorist supplies. In a statement released […]
How Security Forces Neutralized Over 30 Kidnappers in Enugu State
In the past two weeks, security forces in Enugu State have successfully neutralized over 30 suspected kidnappers and criminals in a series of operations. This significant achievement includes members of the Biafra Auto Pilot, also known as Unknown Gunmen, a notorious faction that broke away from the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and is loyal […]