17 h. ago Kidnappers Kill Man, Release Children After Ransom Payment In Delta

Some yet to be identified gunmen, suspected to be kidnappers have killed one Godwin Anuka while his wife and two underage children were released after a ransom payment in Ubulu Uku, Delta State. In a post shared by Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Harrison Gwamnishu, […] The post Kidnappers Kill Man, Release Children After Ransom Payment In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Uromi Killings: Bala Praises Tinubu, Governors For Rapid Response

In light of the recent tragic event in Uromi, Edo State, where a mob killed 16 individuals suspected of kidnapping, the chairman of the House Committee on Public Service, Hon (Engr) Sani Bala Tsanyawa, has expressed deep appreciation for the swift actions taken by President Bola Tinubu, the National Assembly and state governors. Hon. Tsanyawa […]

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29 h. ago Kidnappers kill abducted Delta man in wife, children’s presence

A man, Godwin Anuka, who was kidnapped by suspected Fulani herders alongside his wife and two children in the Ubulu-Uku area of Delta State, has been killed in the presence of his wife and children. The Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to the Delta State Governor, Harrison Gwamnishu, disclosed this in Read More

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45 h. ago Police nab notorious kidnapper, rescue two students in Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a kidnap suspect, Ibrahim Musa, in a forest behind the 500 Housing Unit along Doma Road, Lafia. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a Tuesday statement. Nansel said Musa of Abuni village, Awe Local Government Area, was […] The post Police nab notorious kidnapper, rescue two students in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Nasarawa Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Two Students

Operatives of Nasarawa State Police Command have arrested a notorious kidnapper and rescued two Federal University of Lafia students. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Nansel Ranham, on Tuesday, disclosed that Sarawak State Police Command received a distress call on the 1st of April, 20225, reporting an attack by suspected kidnappers at a student […] The post Nasarawa Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Two Students appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Police arrest 6 suspects, rescue 21 kidnapped victims, recover N4.8m ransom

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has apprehended six suspects for various crimes, rescued 21 kidnap victims. and recovered N4.8 million read more Police arrest 6 suspects, rescue 21 kidnapped victims, recover N4.8m ransom

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3 d. ago Police rescue 21 kidnapped victims, recover N4.8m ransom, arms

The Nigeria Police Force has rescued 21 kidnapped victims and recovered N4.8 million ransom, arms, and ammunition in a series of coordinated operations targeting criminal syndicates across the country. The operations, carried out in Taraba and Kano states, led to the arrest of six suspects involved in kidnapping, armed robbery, and illegal possession of firearms, Read More

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4 d. ago Navy Rescues 15 Passengers, Recovers Cargo Boat From Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of the Nigerian Navy have rescued 15 passengers on board a local commercial boat from suspected kidnappers along the Bonny River in Rivers State. The Base Operations Officer of Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB), Bonny, Lieutenant Commander Sirajo Al-Mustapha who disclosed this in a statement in Port Harcourt, said the incident occurred during […]

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4 d. ago Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo

Tribune Online Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo   THE killing of 16 travellers suspected to be kidnappers by a mob in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government of Edo State has continued to draw wide condemnations across the country. Recall that 16 hunters travelling to Kano State from Rivers for Sallah festivities were intercepted by local vigilantes after which they were beaten […] Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Anambra Police Arrest 10 Suspects, Rescue Four Kidnapped Victims

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects for various crimes and rescued four kidnapped victims. Ikioye Orutugu, the state Commissioner of Police, made the statement while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters in Awka on Friday. He stated that the rescued victims included a Catholic reverend father, Stephen Echezona, who was kidnapped at […] The post Anambra Police Arrest 10 Suspects, Rescue Four Kidnapped Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Police rescue four kidnapped victims, arrest 10 suspects in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command said it recorded significant security breakthroughs in the past two weeks, including the rescue of four kidnapped victims, the arrest of 10 suspects, and the recovery of various arms and ammunition. The state Commissioner of Police , CP Ikioye Orutugu, disclosed this while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters in Read More

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6 d. ago Uromi killings: Four arrested as Gov Okpebholo orders full investigation

Tribune Online Uromi killings: Four arrested as Gov Okpebholo orders full investigation The Edo State Government said four persons have been arrested over alleged involvement in the killing of seven suspected kidnappers in Uromi, the administrative Headquarters of Esan North-East Local Government Area in the state. Despite the development, the state government also ordered a full-scale investigation into the killing of the suspected kidnappers. It would be […] Uromi killings: Four arrested as Gov Okpebholo orders full investigation Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Extrajudicial Killings: PDP Tells Tinubu To Declare State Of Emergency In Edo

The Edo State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state following the Friday mob killing of 7 suspected kidnappers in the state. State Chairman of Edo PDP, Tony Aziegbemi also strongly condemned mob killings of seven victims of mob action […]

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6 d. ago Okpebholo Orders Probe Into Killing Of 7 Suspected Kidnappers In Edo

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has condemned the killing of seven suspected kidnappers by residents of a community in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of the state. Describing the act as barbaric and condemnable, the Governor represented by the Chief Security Officer (CSO), Government House, SP Solomon Osaghale, vowed to ensure that the […]

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7 d. ago “I Kidnapped Kaduna Priest Because I Needed N200,000 To Solve Personal Problem” – Suspect

A suspected kidnapper and killer of Rev. Fr. Sylvester Okechukwu, of Catholic Diocese, Kafachan in Kaduna State, on Thursday, revealed reason behind his actions. The suspect, (name withheld) said that he needed N200,000 to solve a personal problem, made the revelation at the Headquarters of Operation Safe Haven, of the Nigeria Army, where he is […] The post “I Kidnapped Kaduna Priest Because I Needed N200,000 To Solve Personal Problem” – Suspect appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Delta Police Eliminate Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons

The Delta State Police Command has killed five suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate in the state. Bright Edafe, the command’s spokesperson, revealed this to media in Warri on Wednesday. Edafe stated that the suspects were killed on Friday during a shootout with operatives of the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT). READ MORE: Police Nab Survivor […] The post Delta Police Eliminate Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Gombe: Police arrest eight suspects for various criminal offences

Tribune Online Gombe: Police arrest eight suspects for various criminal offences Gombe State Police Command recently recorded successes in the fight against crime and other social vices as eight suspects were arrested, a kidnapped victim rescued, nineteen live ammunitions and several other exhibits recovered. Consequently, the Command stated that it remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of residents by intensifying efforts to combat criminal […] Gombe: Police arrest eight suspects for various criminal offences Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Delta police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest 3, kill 5 suspects

By Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnapping syndicate operating in Ughelli North Local Government Area and its environs. The operation, however, resulted in the death of five hoodlums, the arrest of three suspects, and the recovery of a cache of arms and ammunition. According to a statement […] The post Delta police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest 3, kill 5 suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Bandits kill three kidnapped Kaduna residents despite ransom

The Surubu Community Development Association in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State has condemned the killing of three kidnapped residents by suspected bandits, describing the incident as tragic and deeply disturbing. In a statement obtained by The PUNCH on Wednesday, the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Caleb Magaji, lamented the worsening security situation in Read More

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8 d. ago Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta

Tribune Online Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have neutralised five suspected kidnappers and arrested three others following an intelligence-led operation in Ughelli North Local Government Area. The operation also led to the recovery of arms and ammunition hidden in a forest. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, […] Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta Tribune Online

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