Kidnappers killing for ransom arrested in Nigeriafrom EMEKA OKONKWO in Abuja, NigeriaABUJA, (CAJ News) – THE Nigerian Navy has arrested nine suspects behind the killing of captives whose families failed to pay ransom for their release. They have been arrested north of the volatile country following surveillance for over four months. Some of them have been caught in forests where they allegedly operate while others have been arrested in hotels and their homes. Rear Admiral Tanko Yakubu Pani, Commandant of the Nigerian Navy School Armanent Technology, assured Nigerians on collaborations with other security agencies to protect lives and properties of citizens. Nigeria is battling a surge of violent crimes, most deadly the terror by the Boko Haram.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 23, 2020 06:11 UTC