May 14, 2026

Lagos Police Warns Residents On New Tactics Used by Kidnappers

By Farouk Mohammed

The Lagos state police command has announced new tactics used by kidnappers in the state following an increased rate of the crime of recent.

Police Spokesman Dolapo Badmus especially warned the public to be wary of how they release their personal information to unknown persons.

“Please if any one send credit to you and the person later calls you that it was a mistake that you should send it back to them. If you send it back, they will still call you to ask for more details about you that they want to appreciate what you did and pray for you.

“Do not listen to such and give out your details please. Its a new gimmick that kidnappers are now using to get victims.

“Please let’s exercise caution and be careful in our day to day activities in order not to fall victim.

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