Kidnapping Cases Worldwide
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Multiple kidnapping incidents are reported across different regions. In Nigeria, a rescued woman recounts a shooting ordeal, while in Indonesia, the West Java government pledges to cover medical costs for a victim. Chile investigates a kidnapping and homicide case, and Turkey reports arrests in the kidnapping of an Istanbul municipality official.
Vast Northern Terrain Fuels Kidnappings, Hinders Security Response in Nigeria, Report Says
Northern Nigeria's expansive and challenging terrain significantly contributes to the prevalence of kidnappings and complicates security responses, according to a new report by SBM Intelligence. The 2026 edition of the 'Economics of Nigeria’s Kidnap Industry' report highlights a stark contrast in kidnapping figures between the northern and southern regions of the country. This disparity, the repor…
Nigeria Kidnapping Crisis: Over 7,800 abducted, 1,100 killed in one year
Nigeria faces a severe kidnapping crisis, with a new report detailing staggering human and financial losses over a one-year period. Between July 2025 and June 2026, no fewer than 7,825 people were abd…
Zamfara, Sokoto, Borno Top Nigeria's Kidnapping Victims List: Report
Nigeria's northern states continue to bear the brunt of the nation's escalating kidnapping crisis, with Zamfara, Sokoto, and Borno recording the highest numbers of victims between July 2025 and June 2…
Oyo pledges stronger intelligence drive against kidnapping, cybercrime
Oyo State is reinforcing its security apparatus by strengthening intelligence gathering and deepening collaboration with national defense institutions, according to Acting Governor Adebayo Lawal. The …