‘No Electoral Prize Is Worth A Nigerian Life,’ Akpabio Calls For Rescue Of Captives
Akpabio said 7,825 people were kidnapped in 1,411 incidents and urged security agencies to intensify rescues and protect vulnerable communities.
- On Tuesday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio addressed the Chamber, urging security agencies to intensify efforts to rescue kidnapping victims and protect vulnerable communities across Nigeria.
- Data from SBM Intelligence shows 7,825 people were kidnapped in 1,411 incidents between July 2025 and June 2026, with at least 7.78 billion paid in ransom during the period.
- Armed groups have targeted schools and religious sites; in Oyo State, pupils spent 56 days in captivity before rescue, while attacks struck churches in Kaduna State and mosques in Niger State.
- Akpabio stated the Senate shares the burden of those affected, pledging to use legislation and oversight to strengthen citizen protection and hold security agencies accountable.
- Ahead of Nigeria's 66th independence anniversary, Akpabio urged political candidates to avoid violence during campaigns, emphasizing that electoral victory should not come at the cost of national unity.
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“So long as a single Nigerian languishes in captivity, a part of Nigeria is held captive; and this Chamber cannot call itself free of the burden,” he said.
No Election Victory Worth A Nigerian Life
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Senate Sets October Date for National Security Summit to Review Nigeria’s Security Challenges
The Nigerian Senate has announced plans to convene a National Security Summit aimed at examining ways to improve the country’s security framework and develop stronger responses to emerging threats. The summit is scheduled to take place from October 12 to October 13 at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, announced […]
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