…May 15, 2026 and were rescued on Friday, July 10, 2026, after spending 56 days in captivity.

…yet to be found despite the rescue of the remaining abducted victims after 57 days in captivity.

…observation. The victims, who regained their freedom on Friday after spending 56 days in captivity, have been receiving medical treatment and psychosocial support at the Headquarters of the 2 Division Nigerian Army Medical Services, Odogbo Barracks, Ibadan. Governor Seyi Makinde, who visited the victims on Saturday, ha…

…were abducted by terrorists on May 15, 2026. While one of the teachers was killed in captivity, the remaining victims were rescued on July 10 during a coordinated operation involving the military and the Department of State Services, DSS. According to security sources, after weeks of sustained intelligence gathering an…

…in gratitude for the safe return of his wife and the other victims after weeks in captivity. by Linda Ikeji at 12/07/2026 9:28 PM | Share this Story

The rescue of 44 pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State after 56 days in captivity has sparked fresh pressure on President Bola Tinubu and security agencies to launch similar operations to free hundreds of other schoolchildren, women and other Nigerians still being held by terrorists across the country. Families of…

…security operatives secured their freedom on July 10, 2026, after spending 56 days in captivity. While announcing the successful operation, the Nigerian Army disclosed that some security personnel lost their lives during the mission. “It suffices to note that the operations were carefully planned and executed to avoid…

…of the victims, noting the trauma and psychological stress they have undergone while in captivity. ‘Also, I want to thank our peace loving governor, Seyi Makinde for standing by the victims and their relations during their moment of trials. Likewise, the security operatives led by the Chief of Defence staff, Inspector…

…deceased officer, and called his wife, demanding huge sum of money for those in their captivity to regain their freedom," Fagge said. Security operatives, including the Army, police, hunters and vigilantes were said to have been mobilised to the area in an attempt to rescue the kidnap victims and possibly apprehend the…

…to the release of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State after 56 days in captivity, the actor lamented that many Nigerian children are already burdened by hardship and a struggling education system, stressing that they should never become victims of political interests. “I just want to beg us in this countr…

…in the axis. The abducted victims were recently rescued by the military after weeks in captivity. The intervention by the state government is aimed at supporting the troops who have remained in the community to maintain security and prevent a recurrence of such incidents. Items supplied to the military base included ba…

…and teachers, who regained their freedom after spending 56 days in the kidnappers' captivity. The post Kwara: PDP laments 159 days of 179 Woro kidnap victims appeared first on Tribune Online.

…victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after about 50 days in captivity. Hashim said the successful operation demonstrated that Nigeria’s security forces have the capacity to defeat criminal groups when provided with sustained political support and strategic direction. In a statement issued at th…

…that the kidnappers demanded ₦11 million ransom, which was paid. ‎ ‎However, while in captivity, her uncle became thirsty and asked for water. In a tragic turn of events, his request led to an inquiry that cost him his life. ‎ ‎”One of the bandits immediately shot him in the head in front of his two sons. They then for…

…to criminals. It expressed gratitude over the safe return of the victims after weeks in captivity, saying their release underscored the state’s commitment to tackling insecurity through principled and sustainable measures rather than financing criminal networks. According to the statement: “We are happy to report to ou…

…the Federal Government and security agencies throughout the period the victims were in captivity, noting that the collaboration contributed to the successful outcome. He urged Nigerians to continue supporting security institutions by providing credible and timely information that could help prevent criminal activities.…

…including the school principal, Mrs Alamu Folawe, were rescued today after 51 days in captivity. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 10/07/2026 9:22 PM | Share this Story

…teachers abducted in Oriire, Oyo State, describing their safe return after 56 days in captivity as a relief while urging the Federal Government to strengthen measures to prevent similar incidents. The opposition party made its position known in a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade I…

…local authorities and community stakeholders to track down the kidnappers. After days in captivity, the victims were eventually rescued and reunited with their families, bringing relief to parents, relatives and members of the public who had closely followed the incident. Their rescue has been widely welcomed as anothe…

…and teachers abducted in Oyo finally regain their freedom (photos) After over 50 days in captivity, the students and teachers abducted by terrorists from three schools in Oriire local government area in Oyo state on May 15 have regained their freedom. Presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this on X some minu…

…emotional account of his ordeal. “My brother and I were kidnapped and spent 15 days in captivity. My brother was killed right in front of me, and my family was asked to pay a ransom of N10 million. Because of their financial situation, they could only raise N700,000 before I was released.” Another victim, Muryamu Musa…

…the kidnappers eventually released his brothers after they spent about three months in captivity.Lawal maintained that his experience reinforced his belief that ransom payments only strengthen criminal networks and fuel more abductions."By the time we continue to pay ransom to these people, we are encouraging them to b…

…was abducted at his residence in Katsina State and regained freedom after 56 days in captivity. On May 21, 2025, Retired Major Joe Ajayi was abducted from his residence in Kogi State and died in captivity. In January 2026, Colonel Joseph Ajanaku (retd) was abducted in Plateau State and later rescued by security forces…

…Church Winning All, Omugo, who regained their freedom after spending 105 days in captivity. The three women, including a hearing-impaired widow, were among eight worshippers abducted by suspected kidnappers who invaded the church during a Sunday service on March 22, 2026. While five of the victims reportedly died in ca…

…was abducted at his residence in Katsina State and regained freedom after 56 days in captivity. lMay 21, 2025 - Retired Major Joe Ajayi was abducted from his residence in Kogi State and died in captivity. lJanuary 2026 - Colonel Joseph Ajanaku (retd) was abducted in Plateau State and later rescued by security forces in…