Kidnapping of Nigeria slipped by 4.33% from 600 number in 2012 to 574 number in 2013. Since the 4.98% improve in 2010, kidnapping sank by 22.22% in 2013.
The description is composed by our digital data assistant.“Kidnapping” means unlawfully detaining a person or persons against their will (including through the use of force; threat; fraud or enticement) for the purpose of demanding for their liberation an illicit gain or any other economic gain or other material benefit; or in order to oblige someone to do or not to do something. “Kidnapping” excludes disputes over child custody. (UN-CTS M5.5)
| Date | Value | Change, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 574 | -4.33% |
| 2012 | 600 | -18.70% |
| 2010 | 738 | 4.98% |
| 2009 | 703 | 127.51% |
| 2008 | 309 | 11.55% |
| 2007 | 277 |