Why are kidnappings recurrent in Nigeria?

Growing anger in Nigeria after another mass abduction.

There is growing anger in Nigeria after another mass abduction.

Nigeria’s nightmare is getting worse, with mass abductions now a major security concern.

In one of the latest attacks, more than 500 people were taken in Niger State in the North-Central region.

In recent years, armed groups have kidnapped thousands of Nigerians, holding them captive and demanding a ransom for their release.

The government is accused of failing to mount an effective response.

So, what’s fuelling kidnappings in Nigeria?

Kabir Adamu – Managing director of Beacon Security and Innovations Limited

Kemi Okenyodo – Founder and executive director of Partners West Africa

Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/8/27/why-are-kidnappings-recurrent-in-nigeria?traffic_source=rss