Tips To  Avoid Being Kidnapped In Nigeria

The rising cases of kidnapping across Nigeria are worrisome and there is a need to adopt tips regularly to avoid being kidnapped. According to the Nigeria Security Tracker, no fewer than 19,366 Nigerians were kidnapped in 2,694 attacks in the last 10 years. 

Monitor local news

There are some places where kidnappings take place far more frequently than others. They are kidnap zones. If you are traveling there or passing through the area, you need to stay in touch with news updates so you can know when to take cover or make a U-turn.

Do a thorough check on employees

Many kidnappers are often employees like drivers, home helps, security guards, gardeners, or within office settings, so it is vital for employers of labour to conduct a background check on an individual before they employ him or her.

Be discreet online

One of the purposes of kidnappings is to extort family members of victims through ransoms. Attention should be paid to what people showcase about themselves on social media, especially if they don’t have adequate security at their disposal.

Keep emergency numbers

People should have emergency numbers of security operatives that they can call whenever they sense any suspicious activity in their environment. Having the numbers of family members is also vital. In this case, they can switch on the location mode on their mobile phones.

Report threats

If it is a targeted kidnap, you can easily foil it by attracting attention by screaming or plunging yourself into the midst of a crowd. You can throw or break some objects around to make a noise to draw attention. Kidnappers tend to avoid such scenarios if they aren’t armed.

Research your destination

A tip given by security experts to avoid being kidnapped in Nigeria advises people whose work require much travel that they should ensure they research their destination.  You need to  inquire from friends, transporters, and other people familiar with the route who can guide you on when and how it is safer to travel.

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