3 d. ago Edo Police, Vigilantes Rescue 16 Victims From Kidnappers’ Den

Sixteen passengers abducted along the Benin-Auchi Road in Edo State on Friday have been rescued, the Edo State Police Command confirmed. Spokesperson Moses Yamu told PUNCH on Saturday, that the victims were forced into the bush by kidnappers while travelling to Abuja in an Edoline bus. “The kidnapping took place on Friday at about 16:30 […] The post Edo Police, Vigilantes Rescue 16 Victims From Kidnappers’ Den appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Army kills 11 terrorists, nabs 64 suspects in nationwide operations

Tribune Online Army kills 11 terrorists, nabs 64 suspects in nationwide operations TROOPS of the Nigerian Army have killed 11 terrorists, arrested 64 suspects, rescued several kidnap victims and recovered weapons, ammunition and stolen livestock in nationwide operations between Thursday and Friday. A credible source at the army headquarters in Abuja told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday that the troops foiled ISWAP/JAS attacks in […] Army kills 11 terrorists, nabs 64 suspects in nationwide operations Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Edo community cries out over incessant killings, kidnappings

…calls for urgent govt intervention From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja Ayen community in Uhumwode Local Government Areas of Edo state has called on the Edo State government to quench the fire of insecurity in their community. They also begged the Edo commissioner for Police to curb the unlawful arrest of their community leaders and […] The post Edo community cries out over incessant killings, kidnappings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Scores killed, 85 suspects arrested, 66 kidnapped victims rescued –DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), yesterday said soldiers fighting the counter insurgency war and other security operations across the country have  killed scores of terrorists, arrested 85 suspects and rescued 66 kidnap victims in the month of August. The DHQ, also said soldiers discovered and destroyed 97 illegal refining sites and over 488 equipment used for […] The post … Scores killed, 85 suspects arrested, 66 kidnapped victims rescued –DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Nigerian Army Arrests Soldier For Gunrunning, Rescues Eight Kidnap Victims, Recovers Weapons

The Nigerian Army has apprehended one of its personnel over alleged involvement in gunrunning, while also recording major successes in ongoing counter-terrorism and anti-crime operations across different regions of the country. A reliable source at the Army Headquarters confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja. According to the […] The post Nigerian Army Arrests Soldier For Gunrunning, Rescues Eight Kidnap Victims, Recovers Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Police Rescue 1 Kidnap Victim, Arrest 3 Suspects, Recover Arms Cache, N6m Cash In Akwa Ibom, Nasarawa

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has said that it has once again recorded significant breakthroughs in its ongoing fight against violent crimes such as kidnapping across the country, with coordinated efforts leading to the rescue of a victim, arrest of suspected kidnappers, and the recovery of sophisticated firearms, ammunition, and millions of naira in cash […]

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1 week ago Four terrorists killed as Police rescue kidnap victim in Anambra

Tribune Online Four terrorists killed as Police rescue kidnap victim in Anambra Police operatives from the Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu, in collaboration with the Anambra State Vigilante Group, have neutralised four suspected terrorists and Four terrorists killed as Police rescue kidnap victim in Anambra Tribune Online

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1 week ago Edo Police, Vigilantes Rescue 16 Travellers Abducted By Gunmen

The Edo State Police Command has successfully rescued 16 kidnapped victims in a series of coordinated operations along the Benin–Lagos and Benin–Akure highways. Police Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday, noting that the operations followed separate incidents on August 23, 2025, when armed kidnappers blocked sections of […] The post Edo Police, Vigilantes Rescue 16 Travellers Abducted By Gunmen appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Edo Police Rescue 16 Kidnap Victims In Coordinated Operations

The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of no fewer than 16 kidnapped victims during separate coordinated operations across the state. In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, the rescue efforts were carried out in collaboration with local vigilantes and hunters along the Benin–Lagos and Benin–Akure highways. According […] The post Edo Police Rescue 16 Kidnap Victims In Coordinated Operations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Troops Kills 15 Suspected Terrorists In Borno, Yobe, Rescues 27 Kidnap Victims In Benue

The Nigerian Army has eliminated 15 terrorists, detained 42 suspected criminals, and freed 30 kidnapped victims during a series of coordinated operations nationwide. A senior military official at Army Headquarters told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday that the operations took place across the North-East, North-West, North-Central, South-West, and South-South regions. The source […] The post Troops Kills 15 Suspected Terrorists In Borno, Yobe, Rescues 27 Kidnap Victims In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NAF Strikes Bandits’ Enclave, Rescues 76 Kidnap Victims In Katsina

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out precision airstrike on the stronghold of notorious bandit kingpin, Babaro, at Pauwa Hill in Kankara local government area of Katsina State. Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs in the state, Dr Nasiru Mua’zu,l said the operation was carried out on Friday evening between 6p.m. and 7p.m., […]

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2 w. ago One Dead, 76 Rescued As Troops Destroy Bandit Kingpin’s Hideout In Katsina

The rescue of the kidnapped victims, further underscores the effectiveness of coordinated air and ground operations, as security forces intensify their efforts to flush out bandits and restore confidence among the people. The post One Dead, 76 Rescued As Troops Destroy Bandit Kingpin’s Hideout In Katsina appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Child dies as NAF hits terrorists’ cell in Katsina, rescues 76 kidnap victims

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Officers of the Nigerian Air Force on Saturday morning launched an air operation at Pauwa Hill in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, successfully rescuing 76 kidnapped victims, including women and children. A statement by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mu’azu, explained that the raid […] The post Child dies as NAF hits terrorists’ cell in Katsina, rescues 76 kidnap victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Insecurity: Troops kill key commanders, rescue over 70 kidnap victims

Tribune Online Insecurity: Troops kill key commanders, rescue over 70 kidnap victims The Military High Command on Friday stated that in the renewed fight against insurgency activities, its troops have, within one week, neutralised key commanders, arrested several fighters, rescued over 70 kidnapped victims.. Insecurity: Troops kill key commanders, rescue over 70 kidnap victims Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ebonyi Police Arrest 131 Suspects, Rescue Two Kidnap Victims

  Operatives of the Ebonyi State Police Command have arrested 131 suspects for various crimes and rescued two kidnap victims. The State Police Commissioner, Mrs. Adaku Uche-Anya, announced this on Wednesday. Addressing journalists in Abakaliki, the state capital, Uche-Anya said the suspects consist of 120 males and 11 females, apprehended for offenses including armed robbery, […] The post Ebonyi Police Arrest 131 Suspects, Rescue Two Kidnap Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Eight Arrested, Firearms Recovered As Police Rescue Kidnap Victim In Kaduna, Delta

The Nigeria Police Force has rescued a kidnapped victim and arrested eight suspected kidnappers in coordinated operations in Delta and Kaduna States. The force also recovered several firearms and ammunition during the operations. The police confirmed the development on Sunday, highlighting the success of the operations in combating kidnapping and illegal arms trafficking. Disclosing this in […] The post Eight Arrested, Firearms Recovered As Police Rescue Kidnap Victim In Kaduna, Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police officer, 3 others nabbed for armed robbery, extortion in Edo

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested a police officer and three others for armed robbery and extortion in Benin City, the state capital. In a statement signed by the Command’s spokesman, Moses Yamu, the suspects were identified as Inspector Ojo Oloruntobi, Charles Onah, Joseph Ohis, and Enoma Agho. […] The post Police officer, 3 others nabbed for armed robbery, extortion in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Eight Suspects In Delta, Kaduna

Firearms, ammunition, and fabricated weapons were also recovered during the exercise executed by tactical units in Kaduna and Delta States. The post Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Eight Suspects In Delta, Kaduna appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Police Arrest Officer, Civilians For Extortion And Armed Robbery In Edo

The Command issued a stern warning to all officers: any policeman found engaging in misconduct, extortion, brutality, or any form of corrupt practice will be swiftly dismissed The post Police Arrest Officer, Civilians For Extortion And Armed Robbery In Edo appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Troops Rescue Fulani Community Leader, 5 Other Kidnap Victims In Kogi

Troops of 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army Lokoja, in collaboration with other security agencies, have rescued six kidnap victims in Obajana area of Kogi State. Recall that the Obajana axis in Kogi West Senatorial district of Kogi have become notorious for kidnapping and other violent crimes of recent, prompting the state government to declare […]

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