Report: 7,825 kidnappings in Nigeria; Boko Haram got 90% ransom
By The BriefBrief
SBM Intelligence says about 7,825 people were kidnapped in Nigeria over one year, and at least N7.78 billion was paid in ransom. Boko Haram received over 90% of the ransom proceeds.
WHO:SBM Intelligence (research think tank)
WHAT:SBM Intelligence report estimates 7,825 kidnappings in Nigeria in one year and says Boko Haram received over 90% of ransom proceeds.
WHEN:Reported Aug 28, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
WHERE:Nigeria
WHY:The report assesses kidnapping figures and ransom proceeds linked to Boko Haram.
