One killed, five abducted in fresh bandit attack in Zamfara
A fresh bandit attack has rocked parts of Zamfara State, leaving one person dead and five others abducted. The incident reportedly happened when armed men stormed a community, firing sporadically and forcing residents to flee for safety. The sudden attack caused panic, as many families ran into nearby bushes to escape harm. According to local […]
Drop death penalty for kidnapping – Ex-UN Human Rights envoy urges Senate
A former United Nations human rights envoy has called on the Nigerian Senate to remove the death penalty from laws dealing with kidnapping. According to the envoy, executing offenders does not solve the root causes of kidnapping and may worsen human rights concerns in the country. He explained that harsh punishments have not stopped the […]
Fear grips Osun residents as bandits kill community leader, abduct former customs officer
Residents of parts of Osun State are living in fear following a deadly attack by suspected bandits that claimed the life of a community leader and led to the abduction of a former customs officer. The incident reportedly happened during a late-night raid, throwing the affected area into panic. Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the […]
Bandits attack community, kidnap residents
Suspected bandits have attacked a rural community, leaving residents in fear after several people were kidnapped during the raid. Witnesses said the attackers arrived late at night, firing gunshots into the air and forcing people out of their homes. During the invasion, houses were ransacked while families struggled to escape the violence. Those abducted were […]
Niger school abduction motivated by ransom, not religion – Bishop Bulus Yohanna
Bishop Bulus Yohanna has stated that the recent school abduction in Niger State was motivated by ransom demands rather than religious reasons. He emphasized that the attackers are mainly criminals seeking financial gain. According to the Bishop, the kidnappers are taking advantage of poor security and weak enforcement to demand large sums of money from […]
Gunmen kidnap APC chieftain in Ibadan
A senior member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reportedly been kidnapped by gunmen in Ibadan, Oyo State. According to early reports, the incident happened late in the evening when the politician was returning home. Witnesses said the attackers blocked his vehicle and forcefully took him away before anyone could intervene. The sudden abduction […]
We are working round the clock – Gov Bago assures parents of abducted Papiri pupils
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has assured parents of the abducted pupils from Papiri that the government is doing everything possible to secure their release. He explained that security agencies have been working round the clock and are fully committed to bringing the children home safely. The governor also sympathised with the affected families and […]
Police repel Boko Haram attack, hunt abductors in Borno
Security forces in Borno State successfully repelled an attack by Boko Haram insurgents, averting potential casualties and damage. The operation was carried out in coordination with local police and military units deployed in the region to maintain law and order. Following the attack, authorities launched a manhunt for the abductors who were reportedly responsible for […]
Bandits abduct bride, bridesmaids, 28 others hours before wedding
A shocking incident occurred just hours before a scheduled wedding ceremony as bandits reportedly kidnapped a bride, her bridesmaids, and at least 28 other people. The victims were said to be travelling in a convoy when the attackers ambushed them. The community has been thrown into deep fear and confusion following the sudden abduction. Witnesses […]
Military hands over 24 rescued Kebbi schoolgirls to Governor Idris
The Nigerian military has officially handed over 24 rescued schoolgirls from Kebbi State to Governor Nasir Idris. The girls were part of those kidnapped during a recent attack on a school, which sparked nationwide concern. After security forces intensified their search, the victims were safely recovered and transported to the state capital for proper care […]