Oyo Police rescue two abducted minors, arrest four suspects, and apprehend seven in Atisbo murder case, highlighting intelligence-led operations
Rivers Police arrest Goodnews Iberi in kidnapping and murder of Rita Eleonu, recover victim’s remains, and pursue remaining accomplices
Family of Edo kidnapped twins says children were released after ransom payment, disputing police claims that they were rescued unharmed
Nasarawa Police rescue four abducted children in intelligence-led operation, reunite them with families, and search for fleeing suspects
Kwara bandits demand N500m ransom for five kidnapped road construction workers, prompting families to appeal for urgent government intervention
Amotekun arrests 39 suspects who fled Sokoto State and hid in Ondo forest reserves, alongside 22 others for various criminal offences
DSS arrests two suspects linked to the 2023 kidnapping and killing of neurology professor Ekanem Philip-Ephraim in Cross River State
Anambra State Police report significant reduction in kidnapping, armed robbery, and cult-related activities in 2025, citing proactive policing and community partnerships
The Senate insecurity resolution introduces tougher measures as lawmakers classify kidnapping as terrorism and push for capital punishment
Nigerian Army rescue operation in Kogi repels bandits, neutralises one, recovers weapon, and frees kidnapped victim in Lokoja LGA