Authorities free 100 abducted pupils in Nigeria as concerns persist for more than 160 others still missing amid rising insecurity and diplomatic pressures.
Nigerian officials secure release of 100 abducted schoolchildren Read More »
A Catholic priest was abducted from his Kaduna residence, highlighting the growing threat of kidnappings for ransom in northern Nigeria.
Catholic priest’s abduction in Nigeria raises fresh security concerns Read More »
Egypt secured the release of three citizens kidnapped in Mali after extensive diplomatic coordination with local authorities.
Egypt secures release of three citizens kidnapped in Mali Read More »
Doctors without borders suspend medical aid in South Sudan after two kidnappings of staff in less than a week amid growing violence.
Gunmen abduct MSF staff in South Sudan amid rising violence Read More »
Five Indian workers were kidnapped and twelve soldiers killed in a violent attack near Sakoira, Niger, prompting diplomatic efforts for their release.
Armed men kidnap five Indians in Niger attack Read More »
Ghana’s navy is investigating after suspected pirates boarded a fishing vessel, leaving three Chinese crew members missing.
Ghana navy investigates piracy after three Chinese go missing Read More »
Advocates and politicians in the Central African Republic claim that two soldiers, who went missing after being detained, were kidnapped by Russian mercenaries.
Russian mercenaries allegedly behind kidnapping of CAR soldiers Read More »
Renowned Tanzanian rights activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai was kidnapped in Nairobi, Kenya, but later released.
Rights activist Maria Tsehai safe after abduction in Nairobi Read More »
At least 46 people, including women and children, were kidnapped by gunmen in a raid on Gana town in Nigeria’s Zamfara state, marking another mass abduction in the region plagued by armed banditry.
Mass kidnapping in Nigeria’s Zamfara state Read More »
In a major victory against criminal gangs, Nigerian forces have eliminated Halilu Sububu, one of the most dangerous bandit leaders in the country.
Notorious Nigerian bandit leader killed in military ambush Read More »
