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The Ekiti governor visited the victims who were rescued after 67 days in captivity, expressing condemnation of the politicization of insecurity issues. The rescue operation took place on Friday, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety and security in the region.

Afrobeats artist Davido addressed the issue of child abduction by wearing pins with the names of 39 kidnapped children and seven teachers during a performance. He emphasized that there is no image to protect when children are being kidnapped, highlighting the urgency of the situation.

Troops from the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have rescued six more kidnapped victims, including four adults and two infants, in Talakawa, Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State. The information was confirmed by Acting Military Information Officer Mohammed Goni in a statement released on Saturday.

Governor Oyebanji visited the recently freed Eda Oniyo kidnap victims, expressing gratitude for their safe return and commiserating with them during his visit. He cautioned against the politicisation of security issues, emphasizing the need for a united approach to addressing such challenges.

A 22-year-old suspect in Delta has been arrested by police for allegedly staging his own kidnapping. According to the police commissioner, the individual left home under the pretext of disposing of refuse before orchestrating the incident.

The Nigeria Police Force successfully rescued a 43-year-old woman and her two-year-old son from a kidnappers’ hideout in a forest in Kwara State following a gun battle with the suspects. This information was shared by Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Aniete Okokon Iniedu, in a statement on Saturday.

Troops from Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a 29-year-old suspected kidnapper named Mohamdu Surajo during a security operation in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, according to a statement from the Nigerian Army posted on X.

A father and his three sons have been arrested in Ondo State, accused of collaborating in kidnapping activities, which raises concerns about the evolving nature of organized crime. This incident highlights troubling questions regarding the respect for human life within families and the implications of such criminal behavior, as reported by Damilola Origbemisuyi.

After 67 days in captivity, kidnapped worshippers in Ekiti have regained their freedom, although one individual died while in the kidnappers' den. According to community sources, the kidnappers received a ransom of N25.5 million, along with 150 litres of petrol and five bags of rice. In response, Governor Oyebanji has ordered free medical care for the victims.

The article discusses the ongoing situation regarding the abduction of toddlers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria, where the victims have been in captivity for over 40 days. The author expresses hope for a resolution to the case, reflecting on the emotional toll of the incident and the unanswered questions surrounding it, according to Tribune Online.

Kidnapped worshippers from a Christ Apostolic Church in Ekiti have been released after several weeks in captivity, according to police reports. Unfortunately, one of the victims died during the ordeal.

A queen from Kwara has shared her harrowing experience regarding the kidnapping of 18 worshippers and the murder of her 14-year-old son by bandits. The kidnappers are reportedly demanding a ransom of N280 million for the release of the worshippers. The queen has made a public plea regarding the situation.

Sunday Igboho’s security network, Iru Ekun, has rescued a kidnapped woman from Oyo State and her son in Kwara State following a fierce gun battle with their abductors. The operation highlights the ongoing efforts of local security groups to combat kidnapping in the region.

The governor of Ekiti has announced that free medical treatment will be provided for worshippers who were rescued from kidnapping. He urged people to stop politicizing the incident on social media, emphasizing that security challenges should be addressed through collective support rather than partisan interests.

Police have rescued worshippers from the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Ekiti who were kidnapped, resulting in one fatality. The rescued individuals have been transported to a hospital for medical examination and treatment to evaluate their health condition, according to Vanguard.

Sunday Igboho, a Yoruba nation activist, successfully rescued a kidnapped woman from Oyo and her son, with the assistance of private security operatives and police. The operation highlights the ongoing issues of kidnapping in the region.

Doris Dhludhlu has reported that the family of missing Gallants player Thapelo Dhludhlu has received threats from alleged kidnappers, who have contacted them using Thapelo's phone. This alarming situation raises concerns about the safety of the player and his family.

According to PM News, worshippers from the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) who were kidnapped have been freed after several months in captivity. The rescued individuals have been taken to a hospital for medical examination and treatment to assess their health and ensure they receive proper care.

On June 21, 2026, at approximately 6:46 p.m., police intervened in a kidnapping attempt on the Benin-Abraka Road near the NNPC Pipeline area, which has been identified as a hotspot for criminal activities. The police successfully rescued the passengers involved in the incident, according to the police report.

The Edo State Police Command has apprehended four individuals, including a 27-year-old woman, linked to a kidnapping syndicate. This follows the abduction of a woman at the Vegetable Market along Airport Road in Benin City on June 14, 2026, where her husband reportedly managed to escape from the assailants, who are believed to be kidnappers.