Abducted corps member: Kidnappers demand N20m ransom

Daily Trust | 30-08-2026 08:19am |

Kidnappers have demanded N20 million ransom for each of the abducted National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Kogi State. The corps members were abducted along the Aloma-Egane Expressway while traveling from Bayelsa State to Abuja after their orientation. A family member confirmed the ransom demand, while the Kogi State Police Command reported that 11 abducted persons, including drivers, were rescued in a joint operation. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region.

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