Nigerian kidnappers
Nigerian kidnappers are criminal groups that abduct people for ransom, often targeting travelers, students, or wealthy individuals. They operate mainly in the northwest and south, using violence and negotiation to profit from their hostages.
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Aug 23, 2026
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Armed men kidnapped scores of people from a mosque in Niger state, continuing a wave of mass abductions.
Lib Dems urge the UK to maintain humanitarian aid and diplomatic pressure on Nigeria to address insecurity.