By Sabiu Abdullahi
A video showing suspected bandits displaying large amounts of cash believed to have been obtained from kidnapping ransom payments has surfaced online.
The footage appeared on social media on Saturday and has triggered fresh concerns about insecurity and abductions across parts of Nigeria.
The video was shared by Bakatsine, a journalist known for reporting security issues and conflicts in the North-West region.
Posting the clip on his X account, he wrote: “This video shows bandits flaunting money obtained through ransom payments. May Allah bring an end to this tragedy and grant Nigeria lasting peace.”
Kidnapping for ransom has remained a major security challenge in several parts of the country, especially in the North-West and parts of the North-Central region.
Armed groups have continued to attack communities, travellers, farmers and schools despite ongoing military operations against criminal gangs.
Several states across the country still record cases of abduction and violent attacks linked to banditry.
