“May Nigeria never happen to you” — Lady shares harrowing story of friend killed after kidnapping

A woman has shared a heart-wrenching account of her friend who was kidnapped while travelling to Abuja, and subsequently killed after her family failed to raise a ₦100 million ransom.

Speaking on social media, the woman cried out: “May Nigeria never happen to you. A friend of mine travelling to Abuja was kidnapped, and her family was asked to pay a ₦100 million ransom. When they couldn’t raise the money, she was killed. Yet, with this level of insecurity under Tinubu, you still expect us to return to Nigeria.”

Woman recounts how her friend was kidnapped

Her testimony highlights the growing concerns over insecurity in Nigeria, as citizens face the risks of kidnapping and violent crime across major cities.

The tragic incident underscores the impact on families and the pervasive fear experienced by those still living in or considering returning to the country.

Social media reactions:

@AY51796200 commented: “It’s heartbreaking that many will still vote for the same leaders who sit back and do nothing while insecurity keeps destroying lives.”

@tukemike: “Not until we collectively see ourselves as Nigerians first before tribe…so sorry for your loss.”

@victor_onyibest: “We’re finished in this country.”

@Adathebeloved: “After all the cries and lamentations, Nigerians will still vote for APC again.”

@zoeymetax: “This is heartbreaking and terrifying. No one should live in fear of being kidnapped or losing their loved ones.”

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“May Nigeria Never Happen To You. A Friend Of Mine Traveling To Abuja Was Kidnapped, And Her Family Was Asked To Pay a ₦100 Million Ransom. When They Couldn’t Raise The Money, She Was Killed. Yet, With This Level Of Insecurity Under Tinubu, You Still Expect Us To Return To… pic.twitter.com/5WIzUbS9DF

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