Police Record 418 Homicides, 227 Kidnappings In Eight Weeks -

The Nigeria Police Force has reported 418 homicide incidents and 227 kidnapping cases across the country within an eight-week period.

The figures were contained in the force’s performance report released in November 2026, which also highlighted other criminal activities recorded nationwide.

According to the report, the country experienced 168 banditry incidents, 165 armed robbery cases, 73 cult-related clashes, 51 terrorist attacks and 49 gender-based violence cases during the period.

The police disclosed that 1,519 suspects were arrested in connection with various crimes, while security operatives recovered 191 firearms and 3,873 rounds of live ammunition.

The report also revealed that 117 stolen or illegally acquired vehicles were recovered during the operations.

Additionally, 255 kidnapped victims were rescued, while 56 armed criminals were neutralised during security operations across the country.

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The police attributed the reported achievements to intelligence-driven operations and the use of technology, alongside collaboration with the Armed Forces and other security agencies.

The force said the joint efforts were aimed at weakening the activities of terrorists, bandits, kidnappers and cult groups in different parts of the country.

It further maintained that its personnel remained committed to protecting lives and property, particularly in communities experiencing increased security challenges.