Togolese journalist kidnapped and assaulted in mistaken ID
By The BriefBrief
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) urged Togolese authorities to investigate the kidnapping and assault of journalist Roland Yaovi Kodjo. Armed men seized him on September 5 and released him hours later after realizing they had targeted the wrong man.
WHO:Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)
WHAT:CPJ called for an investigation into the kidnapping and assault of journalist Roland Yaovi Kodjo, after he was released hours later for mistaken identity.
WHEN:Sep 5, 2026
WHERE:Togo
WHY:Armed men kidnapped and assaulted Kodjo after targeting the wrong man.
