Unpacking Nigeria's Escalating Crisis of Recurrent Mass Kidnappings

Frustration is mounting across Nigeria following yet another devastating mass abduction, highlighting a worsening security nightmare in the region. In a recent and alarming attack, over 500 individuals were seized in Niger State, located in the North-Central region.

Over the past few years, armed groups have abducted thousands of citizens, keeping them in captivity while demanding substantial ransoms for their safe return. Meanwhile, the government faces heavy criticism for its inability to establish an effective response to the crisis.

To examine the root causes driving these frequent incidents, presenter Frankie McCamley speaks with expert guests Kabir Adamu, managing director of Beacon Security and Innovations Limited, and Kemi Okenyodo, founder and executive director of Partners West Africa.