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Ijebu-Ode–Ibadan Abduction: Family Appeals for Rescue

Dapo’s family appeals for rescue following an abduction in Ogun. Police confirm the incident, while the victim count and NYSC status remain unresolved.

Two visually impaired travellers abducted in Plateau — association

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A disability association leader reports the abduction of two visually impaired travellers in Riyom, Plateau, on November 2. Their current status remains unconfirmed by IDNN.

Plateau varsity student recovered, university says

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Plateau State University says an abducted student was recovered after a joint security operation and taken for medical examination.

Eight kidnap victims rescued in Kaduna, police say

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Kaduna police say eight abducted people, including a child, were rescued between October 31 and November 2 during joint security operations.

Plateau Attack: NSCDC Officer Killed, Businessman Abducted in Mangu

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Plateau NSCDC has confirmed the killing of an officer after gunmen attacked Pushit community and abducted a local businessman whose current status remains unresolved.

Imo Court Sentences POS Operator to Death for Kidnapping, Murder

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An Imo State High Court has convicted 28-year-old POS operator Isaac Okorie on six counts involving armed robbery, hostage-taking and murder and sentenced him to death by hanging, while any appeal remains a separate legal stage.

Plateau Attack: NSCDC Officer Killed, Businessman Reported Abducted in Mangu

Abieyuwa3 weeks ago3 weeks ago0

An NSCDC officer was killed and a businessman reportedly abducted in Pushit, Mangu LGA, during an attack that occurred while a state-imposed dusk-to-dawn curfew was in force.

27 Abductees Rescued After Deadly Katsina Attack in Sabuwa

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Security forces have rescued 27 residents abducted from Gamji community in Sabuwa LGA after an attack that Katsina State authorities say killed one resident.

Benue Police Rescue Catholic Priest, Seven Others After Abduction

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Police say eight victims were rescued in Benue after an October 13 abduction, while two suspects were arrested and are assisting investigations.

Benue police rescue eight kidnap victims in Ohimini

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Benue police say eight kidnap victims, including Catholic priest Rev. Fr. John Otache, have been rescued following an October 13 abduction in Ohimini.