07 Mar 2024 | 12:20 PM UTC
Nigeria: Unknown assailants kidnap Chinese national in Kogi State March 7
Unknown assailants kidnap one Chinese national and kill security escort in Okehi LGA, Kogi State, Nigeria, March 7.
Unknown assailants kidnaped one Chinese national and killed his Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) security escort in the vicinity of Obangede in Okehi Local Government Area (LGA), Kogi State, early March 7. There have been no reported ransom demands; the incident was likely financially motivated and carried out by criminals. Further details are unknown at this time.
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.
Consult local security partners on the viability of traveling in and around the impacted location. If operating in the area over the long term, vary routes and times of travel and ensure the use of secure transport. 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. Most kidnappings in Nigeria are financially motivated and conducted by criminal groups of varying levels of sophistication. Militant and/or extremist groups also conduct kidnappings that may be ideologically or financially motivated.
