Bombs preventing rescue of kidnapped youths, Nigerian police say
Summary
Nigerian police have found a camp where 19 youths, kidnapped last week during their travels for a national service program, are being held. They cannot move in to rescue them because the area is believed to have homemade bombs planted around it.Key Facts
- The kidnapped youths are members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), a required program for Nigerian graduates.
- The kidnapping happened in Imo state while the youths were traveling to orientation camps.
- Police used drones to locate the kidnappers' camp but found it mined with homemade bombs (IEDs).
- The kidnappers asked for a ransom of 50 million naira (about $37,680), which the families cannot afford.
- Police are preparing a rescue operation using heavy equipment and armored vehicles.
- Kidnapping for ransom is a common security issue in Nigeria, involving gangs and armed groups.
- Authorities warned against paying ransom, but families often feel pressured to do so.
- This kidnapping has raised concerns since most violent kidnappings usually happen in northern Nigeria, not the south-east region.
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