Terrorists have set a dire ultimatum for the families of 56 abductees in Niger State, demanding a ransom of N150 million by June 15. Failure to meet these demands will result in the execution of five hostages daily, according to the chilling threat issued. The abductions occurred in a series of attacks between Sunday and
N100M ransome paid, Samuel Kanu-Uche, Methodist Prelate narrates ordeal
The Prelate of the Methodist Church of Nigeria, His Eminence, Samuel Kanu-Uche, who was abducted by hoodlums in Abia State, has said N100m was paid by the church to secure his freedom. The cleric, who spoke during a press briefing in Lagos on Tuesday, said the kidnappers showed him decomposing bodies of some past victims.
Bandits strike pose with kidnapped Corp Members after getting ransom (pictures)
Photos of bandits striking a pose with kidnapped prospective corps members after receiving ransom has surfaced on social media. Many are of the view that banditry is becoming a norm in society and should be checked. Some blamed poverty for the act of the bandits as they see it as a means of livelihood. Two