Nigeria’s kidnappers exploit online public empathy to extract higher ransoms

Crowdfunding campaigns rescue hostages – but the visibility they generate is becoming part of how ransom demands are set. The post Nigeria’s kidnappers exploit online public empathy to extract higher ransoms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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May 13, 2026 · 13:46 · 5 min read

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