12 Mar 2024 | 11:18 AM UTC
Nigeria: Assailants kidnap Chinese national in Ilorin, Kwara State, March 10
Search operations ongoing after assailants kidnap Chinese national in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria, March 10.
Search operations are ongoing after unknown assailants kidnaped one Chinese national on the outskirts of the Kwara State capital, Ilorin, March 10. There have been no reported ransom demands; the incident was likely financially motivated and carried out by criminals. Security forces have arrested at least three suspects and recovered vehicles used in the attack.
Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security presence in the area to rescue the abductee. Security forces may establish roadblocks, checkpoints, and search vehicles; localized curfews are also possible. Armed clashes involving kidnappers and security forces cannot be ruled out.
Plan for increased securiy in and around the impacted location. Prefer travel only in convoys during daylight hours. Remain courteous and cooperative if approached and questioned by security personnel. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.
There is a high threat of kidnapping across all states in Nigeria, including Kwara State despite a historically better security environment than neighboring Niger State. Chinese nationals are commonly employed in infrastructure projects based in remote rural areas, increasing the risk of kidnappings.
