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Vine Crest College Staff Magaji Adebanjo Kidnapped Along Kabba Road, Appeals for Help

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A man, Magaji Adebanjo, an employee of Vine Crest College, has appealed to Nigerians for help after being kidnapped by gunmen along Kabba Road in Kogi State. Adebanjo, from Imo Arikoko in Akoko, Ondo State, was abducted while traveling from Iperu to Abuja. His captors are reportedly demanding a ransom of N100 million for his release. In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, Adebanjo is seen tied up, exhausted, and terrified, with a gun aimed at his head as he pleads for assistance. Another man, apparently abducted alongside him, is visible with an injured knee, struggling to stand and appearing distressed. Through tears, Adebanjo recounted the ordeal: “My name is Magaji Adebanjo. I’m from Imo Arikoko in Ondo State. I work with Vine Crest College. When I was coming from Iperu to Abuja, I was kidnapped along Kabba Road. They are demanding N100 million.” He further begged for help, highlighting his family situation: “Please, help me. I don’t want to die. I have a pregnant wife, a four-year-old son, and an aged father depending on me. Please, help me. They want N100 million. I was taken yesterday. Please, help me.” The incident adds to growing concerns over rising kidnappings on highways in Kogi and neighbouring states, where commuters remain at risk from armed bandits.

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DSS Arrests Doctor Allegedly Supplying Drugs to Kidnappers in Kwara

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a medical doctor allegedly responsible for supplying drugs to kidnapping gangs operating across parts of Kwara State. The suspect, whose identity remained unconfirmed as of press time, was reportedly intercepted in the Jebba area following intelligence that medical supplies were being moved from Sokoto to treat wounded bandits hiding in forests within the state. Security sources revealed that several members of the criminal groups recently sustained gunshot injuries during confrontations with security forces. “We are advising improved security measures in health facilities in thickly forested areas which the kidnappers may target,” a security official warned. Confirming the development, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Kwara State, Rafiu Ajakaye, described the arrest as a significant breakthrough in the ongoing fight against banditry. “This is a major stride by the DSS. It reinforces the fact that security agencies are closing in on these criminals and blocking the support systems that enable their operations,” he said. Ajakaye added that the state government will continue to intensify collaboration with security agencies to shut down all channels aiding kidnappers and their networks.

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Williams Uchemba Demands Death Penalty For Kidnappers As Insecurity Worsens In Nigeria

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Actor and filmmaker Williams Uchemba has called for the execution of kidnappers as a way to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity crisis. In a passionate video shared on his social media page, the Nollywood star expressed frustration over the government’s failure to enforce existing laws, saying that only strict punishment can deter criminals. Using an analogy, Uchemba compared the country’s tolerance for criminal behavior to a mother who refuses to discipline her child for stealing meat from the pot, warning that such leniency only nurtures hardened criminals. “When a child begins to steal meat from the mother’s pot and the mother does very little in terms of punishment, she’s breeding a hardened criminal who may one day destroy her life or bring disgrace to the family,” he said. He argued that Nigeria’s constitution already prescribes death as the penalty for kidnapping, yet many offenders escape without facing consequences. “The capital punishment for kidnapping is death. Some of these kidnappers are caught, but we don’t hear anything about their imprisonment or execution. If you ask me, there should be a dedicated channel — like BBNaija — that shows these criminals being caught and publicly executed. Until we start enforcing real consequences, we won’t see results,” he said. Uchemba further compared Nigeria’s justice system to China’s, where corruption and kidnapping attract the death penalty. “We want to be like China, but we don’t have the courage China has. The punishment for kidnapping and corruption there is death,” he added. His remarks have since sparked debate across social media. While some Nigerians supported his call for tougher laws to deter crime, others warned that such measures could lead to abuse of power and wrongful executions. Uchemba’s statement adds to growing public frustration over the surge in kidnapping incidents nationwide and the slow response of authorities in bringing perpetrators to justice. Actor Williams Uchemba calls for public execution of kidnappers pic.twitter.com/swiC2XHymp — kolaqhazim (@Kolaqhazim) October 24, 2025

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Nigerian Woman Kidnapped in Edo Pleads for Public Help as Gunmen Demand ₦20 Million Ransom

Nigerian Woman Kidnapped in Edo Pleads for Public Help as Gunmen Demand ₦20 Million Ransom

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A Nigerian woman abducted at Igbira Camp in Auchi, Edo State, has begged the public for help after her captors demanded a ₦20 million ransom for her release. Aisha Wahab, kidnapped last Saturday, was given an ultimatum to secure the ransom by 5 p.m. Tuesday, or she would be killed. In a distressing video circulating online, Aisha is seen pleading for financial assistance as an armed man points a gun at her head and chest. Residents condemned the rising wave of kidnappings in Edo State, accusing the government of failing to provide adequate security. Many described kidnapping as a “lucrative business” thriving under official inaction. The community cited previous unresolved abductions, including two seminarians kidnapped in July 2025 at Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Auchi, where a NSCDC officer was killed despite ransom payments. Critics also claimed that security agencies focus more on tracking activists than pursuing violent criminals. They are urging Edo State’s Chief Security Officer, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to take decisive action to curb insecurity and protect residents. Update: The Kidnappers have given Aisha Wahab until 5pm today to raise ₦20M or be klled. pic.twitter.com/c38LMAFKOq https://t.co/4nDzCpisRV — Trending Explained (@TrendingEx) October 21, 2025

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Breaking: Nigeria’s Popular TikToker Peller Kidnapped

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Fast-rising TikTok sensation, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has been reportedly abducted by unknown gunmen on Wednesday night. According to viral videos making the rounds on social media, the 20-year-old content creator was live on TikTok when his car was stopped by armed men. In the footage, Peller could be heard questioning why a gun was pointed at him, before the gunmen ordered him to step out of his vehicle. He complied and has not been seen since. An aide to the TikToker, who arrived at the scene moments later, confirmed that Peller’s car was found abandoned. “We don’t know who took him,” the aide said, further heightening fears about his whereabouts. Meanwhile, some social media users alleged that Peller might have mistaken the gunmen for policemen conducting late-night stop-and-search operations before realizing the danger too late.

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Four Suspected Kidnappers Shot Dead, One Rifle Recovered

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The Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, has commened the courage of the police operatives, hunters, vigilante and Anti cult volunteers following the rescue of kidnap victims in the state. The State Command stated this in a press statement issued on Wednesday. According to the statement posted on the Command’s Twitter handle; “During a preliminary investigation, a recently rescued kidnapped victim identified one of the deceased suspects as a leader of the gang that kidnapped him. “During the gun duel, four of the suspected kidnappers were shot and later gave up the ghost while others escaped with gunshot injuries.”

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Internal Security: Police Arrest 13 Kidnappers; Recover 11 Rifles, 89 Rounds of Ammunition

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In a remarkable display of operational proficiency , operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have carried out multiple diligent operations underscoring the Nigeria Police Force’s unwavering commitment to enhancing internal security and combating criminal activities across the nation. On March 11, 2025, at approximately 6:30 PM, operatives from the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) were on a special assignment en route to Edo State when they encountered an ambush set by armed kidnappers at Oshara Ganden, a boundary area between Kogi and Edo States. Demonstrating exceptional tactical skills, the operatives overpowered the armed assailants, resulting in the arrest of eight individuals. The suspects, identified as Tukur Salisu, Sani Abubakar, Mamud Sani, Umar Abdullahi, Salisu Mohammed, Salisu Usman, Bashir Audu, and Jibril Haruna, were found in possession of significant weaponry, including one AK-47 rifle with 29 rounds of live ammunition, one new Israeli pump action rifle with 4 cartridges, two pump action rifles with 72 cartridges, a single barrel shotgun with 2 cartridges, and two operational motorcycles. In a separate operation on January 27, 2025, IRT operatives acted on credible intelligence to arrest Yakubu Musa, 30, and Usman Musa, 25, both from Kaduna State. These suspects were linked to series of kidnappings and cattle rustling activities in the Soba and Ikara regions of the State. During their arrest, three AK-47 rifles and 19 rounds of live ammunition were recovered, further substantiating their involvement in criminal activities. Additionally, on January 21, 2025, three suspects—Abubakar Lawan (24), Isiaku Abdullahi (35), and Abbas Maisaude (26), were apprehended for criminal conspiracy, unlawful possession of firearms, and kidnapping. The suspects confessed to participating in multiple kidnapping incidents across Rijana, Lambata, Dandume, and Ugama in Kaduna and Niger States. Recovered from them were one AK-49 rifle, two AK-47 rifles, and 28 rounds of live ammunition. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend additional members of their gang. These successful operations highlight the Nigeria Police Force’s relentless dedication to safeguarding lives and property. Citizens are urged to support the police by providing timely and accurate information, as their cooperation is vital in the fight against crime. To those who choose a life of crime, the Force is resolute in its mission to attain justice. There will be no sanctuary for criminals in Nigeria. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has commended the operatives for their bravery and dedication, emphasizing the importance of continued vigilance and proactive measures in maintaining law and order. The Force remains resolute in its mission to protect citizens, uphold the rule of law and assure the public that it will continue to take decisive action against criminal elements.

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Kidnappers demand N30m each as ransom for travellers

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A suspected ring of kidnappers have demanded the sum of N30 million each for travellers captured on Sunday. The bus, according to media reports, was ambushed by the gunmen at Emure Ile, near the borders of Ekiti and Ondo States. The bus was returning from Onitsha when the assailants took all passengers, including the driver, Sunday Emmanuel, into captivity. Meanwhile, a member of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) at the Ado-Ekiti Motor Terminal who pleaded anonimity hinted that the kidnappers have demanded N30 million each as ransom for the abductee. The situation highlights ongoing safety concerns for travellers in the region, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures to protect individuals on the road.

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