Tag: Kidnapping
Lagos State Police Command Announces Major Breakthrough in Kidnapping Plot
Ikeja, Lagos – July 5, 2024 At a press briefing held on Friday, July 5, 2024, the Lagos State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police Adegoke Fayoade, announced a significant victory against a notorious kidnapping gang in Lagos. The gang had been plotting to abduct several high-net-worth individuals in the city. Commissioner…
Ogun State Police Command Swift Action on Governor’s Directive: A Reassurance of Resident Safety
In a commendable display of efficiency and dedication, the Ogun State Police Command has successfully executed a daring rescue operation, resulting in the safe return of three Indian nationals and one Nigerian who were kidnapped on June 30 along the Ilisan axis of the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode-Benin Expressway. This resolute action, bolstered by the unwavering support…
Travellers Kidnapped, One Shot on Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway
A harrowing incident unfolded on Sunday evening along the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway as gunmen abducted over 20 travellers and inflicted injuries, leaving one victim hospitalized. The attack occurred between the Sagamu Area Command and Ilisan township, marking another troubling escalation in highway insecurity. Wemmy Osude, Chairman of Ilisan Development Council, confirmed the distressing events to PUNCH…
TROOPS CLEAR BANDITS FORESTS, RECOVER VALUABLE ITEMS IN TARABA STATE
In a strategic move to combat the menace of kidnapping and criminal activities in Taraba State, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) executed a decisive clearance operation on Tuesday, 11 June 2024. The operation resulted in the successful destruction of multiple kidnappers’ camps and recovery of valuable items in Chinkai…
Nigerian Troops Thwart Kidnap Attempts, Neutralize Terrorist Threats, and Rescue Victims
In a series of courageous operations, troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism missions in both the North East and North West regions have successfully foiled multiple kidnap attempts, neutralized terrorist threats, and reunited rescued victims with their families. In Borno State, troops swiftly responded to actionable intelligence, engaging ISWAP fighters in Kulukawiya Village,…
Troops Repel Kidnap Attempt in Benue, Rescue 2 Victims, Recover Firearms
In a swift and decisive operation, troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations in the North Central, in collaboration with Volunteer Guards, successfully repelled a kidnap attempt and rescued two victims in Benue State. The operation, prompted by a distress call from the enclave of a suspected kidnap gang in Tsede Village, along…
POLICE ARREST MASTERMINDS OF ABUJA/KADUNA TRAIN ATTACK, PARADE 63 SUSPECTS FOR VIOLENT CRIMES ALONG ABUJA-KADUNA EXPRESSWAY, KADUNA STATE
In a significant breakthrough, the Nigeria Police Force has apprehended the masterminds behind the violent assault on the Abuja/Kaduna passenger train, along with a cohort of 63 suspects implicated in various violent crimes along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway in Kaduna State. Under the dynamic leadership of Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun Ph.D., NPM,…
Troops Rescue Victim and Apprehend Kidnappers in Taraba State
In a swift and decisive operation, troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army burst a kidnappers’ den, rescuing a victim and apprehending three suspects in Taraba State. The successful mission, conducted in Kofa Adamu village of Takum Local Government Area, led to the safe release of a captive held by the criminals. Acting on credible…