The kidnapping crisis in Nigeria has become a serious problem affecting both children and religious leaders. In recent years, armed groups and bandits have carried out many abductions in different parts of the country, especially in the north. Schools, villages, churches, and even roads have become unsafe. A new report shows that over 200 priests [...]
The kidnapping crisis in Niger has become worse in recent years, especially in the Sahel region, where armed groups are active. Many foreign workers, aid staff, and even tourists are being targeted by militant groups who use kidnapping to gain money and power. Reports show that groups linked to al-Qaeda, such as Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam [...]
In western Syria, several Alawite women say they were kidnapped after the fall of Bashar al-Assad in December 2024. Ramia, a teenager from Latakia province, said armed men forced her into a car, beat her, and insulted her faith. She said she was held for two days and threatened. Other women told similar stories of [...]
Gunmen attacked an orphanage in Kogi State, Nigeria, and kidnapped at least 23 children, causing fear and concern across the region. The incident occurred in Lokoja at an unregistered facility called the Dahallukitab Group of Schools, located in an isolated area. According to Kingsley Fanwo, security forces quickly responded and rescued 15 children, but eight [...]
An American missionary was kidnapped in Niamey, raising fresh concerns about safety in Niger. Reports say three armed men carried out the abduction at night and likely took the victim out of the city. No group has officially claimed responsibility, but security sources suspect links to extremist groups like Islamic State or al‑Qaida. The kidnapped [...]
On March 4, 2026 (Wednesday), armed men attacked the village of Ngoshe in Borno state, Nigeria. Many civilians were killed, but the exact number is not known. The attackers struck in the evening while people were breaking their Ramadan fast. They also targeted a nearby military base and a camp for displaced people. Local reports [...]
Since the start of 2026, Nigeria has faced a serious rise in jihadist violence, especially in the northern states. Groups like Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province, and Fulani militant Islamists have carried out deadly attacks, kidnappings, and massacres. In February alone, dozens of people were killed in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states, and [...]
Schools in northern Nigeria are gradually reopening after being closed for months owing to the kidnapping of students, which is a sign of hope and fear at the same time. In November of last year, students were abducted in mass from schools, leading states to close schools in a bid to safeguard students. However, schools [...]
In western Syria, several Alawite women say they were kidnapped after the fall of Bashar al-Assad in December 2024. Ramia, a teenager from Latakia province, said armed men forced her into a car, beat her, and insulted her faith. She said she was held for two days and threatened. Other women told similar stories of [...]
Gunmen riding motorcycles killed dozens of people in early morning attacks on three villages in the northwestern part of Nigeria. The attack occurred in Niger State, where armed men fired at residents, burned houses, and kidnapped an unspecified number of people. The villages of Tunga-Makeri, Konkoso, and Pissa were targeted. At least 29 people were [...]