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Surge in Nigerian Kidnappings Leaves Over 1,100 Dead with ₦7.8bn Paid in Ransoms

Posted August 27, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

Nigeria's security environment has suffered a dramatic deterioration, marked by a 66 percent surge in abduction cases and the deaths of over 1,100 victims between July 2025 and June 2026. According to the latest security analysis by research firm SBM Intelligence, victims' families and communities paid at least ₦7.8…

US Offers $18 Million Reward for Information on Key ISIS-K Leaders

Posted August 26, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The United States Department of State has announced combined financial rewards totaling up to $18 million for critical information leading to the identification, location, or arrest of key leadership figures associated with Islamic State-Khorasan (ISIS-K). Administered through the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service via its Rewards for Justice program,…

Anambra CP Intervenes as Police Shooting at Onitsha Market Leaves Trader Hospitalized

Posted August 19, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

ONITSHA, ANAMBRA STATE — Operations and commercial activities around the popular Ogbogwu Market and the Onitsha Head Bridge axis were disrupted on Wednesday following a shooting incident involving police officers and local traders, which left a young businessman hospitalized with gunshot wounds. According to eyewitness accounts and local trader accounts…

Gunfire Erupts in Osogbo as Hoodlums Attack Governor Adeleke’s Convoy Near Palace

Posted August 19, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

Gunfire erupted in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, as suspected hoodlums engaged the security detail attached to Governor Ademola Adeleke's convoy near the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji. The assailants, who arrived in an unregistered space bus, reportedly damaged the palace's main gate and exchanged…

21-Year-Old Man Remanded Over Alleged ₦4.8 Million Vehicle Theft in Lagos

Posted August 12, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

A 21-year-old man has been brought before an Ebute Meta Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State over his alleged involvement in the theft of a motor vehicle valued at ₦4.8 million. The defendant is facing a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy and stealing, brought against him by the police prosecution team…

Security Forces Arrest Affa, Enugu, Kidnap Culprits, Victims Released

Posted August 11, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

...Ransoms, 4 AK-47 rifles and ammunition recovered_ _...Gov Mbah: You can’t get away with your crimes in Enugu_ Security forces in Enugu State have successfully apprehended three perpetrators of the August 2, 2026 kidnap attack on St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Inoyi-Affa, Udi LGA, Enugu State, and also recovered…

Joint Security Forces Rescue Abducted Seminarian and Dismantle Notorious Kidnapping Ring in Enugu

Posted August 11, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

In a major operational breakthrough, joint security forces operating in Enugu State have successfully dismantled an infamous kidnapping syndicate, securing the safe release of seminarian Lawrence Igbo and another individual, Emmanuel Onwudi. Both victims were forcibly taken on August 2, 2026, during a violent raid at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church…

Tragedy in Abia as Newlywed Stabs Husband to Death Eight Months After Wedding

Posted August 10, 2026 by freedomsquareTV

A tragic domestic incident has thrown the Umuokereke Ngwa community in the Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State into severe shock and mourning following the death of a young husband, Innocent Nwaorji. The deceased was allegedly stabbed to death by his wife, identified as Sarah Nwaorji (also referred to…

Troops Dismantle Criminal Network, Recover Stolen Weapons in South-East and South-South

Posted August 3, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The Nigerian Army has recorded another major success in its ongoing efforts to restore peace and security across the South-East and South-South regions after dismantling a criminal syndicate linked to violent attacks and recovering a cache of stolen weapons. The operation was carried out by troops of Operation Udoka, who…

DSS Set to Arraign Former NBA Branch Chairman Over WhatsApp Comments on Appeal Court President’s Land Dispute

Posted July 21, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The Department of State Services (DSS) is preparing to formally arraign a former branch chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) over messages he shared on WhatsApp regarding an ongoing land dispute connected to the President of the Court of Appeal. The secret police initiated legal action following investigations…

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