Crime in Nigeria is a pressing issue with various factors at play. Recent reports indicate that the country is grappling with overlapping humanitarian emergencies driven by conflict and climate-related disasters. Here are some key crime trends:
*Violent Crimes on the Rise*
- *Murder and Kidnapping*: Bauchi State recorded 75 homicides and 28 kidnappings in one year, while Lagos saw 1,666 deaths from homicide and suicide between 2020 and 2024.
- *Cult-Related Violence*: Lagos is experiencing a surge in cult-related killings, with 10 deaths in just 10 days.
- *Attacks on Christians*: At least 7,087 Christians were massacred in Nigeria's first 220 days of 2025, with Benue State being the worst hit ¹ ² ³.
*Other Crime Trends*
- *Child Trafficking*: NAPTIP rescued 26 victims from a child trafficking ring in Benue.
- *Robbery and Theft*: Police arrested suspects for armed robbery, car theft, and other crimes in various states.
- *Violence Against Women and Girls*: 150 femicide-related deaths were recorded in 2024.
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