Tinubu orders manhunt for kidnappers in Niger state
By The BriefBrief
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu ordered security forces to track down gunmen accused of killing more than 40 people and abducting residents from four villages in Niger state. The attacks occurred last Friday in the Borgu area, where mosques were attacked during prayers, and a video later showed alleged hostages in a forest.
WHO:President Bola Tinubu; Nigeria’s security forces
WHAT:Tinubu ordered security forces to track down gunmen accused of mass kidnapping and killings in Niger state
WHEN:Aug 21, 2026
WHERE:Borgu area, Niger State, Nigeria
WHY:Security forces were ordered to respond to gunmen accused of killing residents and abducting people from four villages during mosque attacks.
