A suspected Nigerian kidnapping syndicate operating in Libya has been dismantled by the Libyan Joint Police Forces after a successful raid in Surman City, Tripolitania region.
According to Migrant Rescue Watch, the raid took place on Monday, June 30, 2025, after authorities received a report of a Nigerian woman being abducted by a gang that demanded ransom for her release.
Acting swiftly on the intelligence, Libyan police launched an operation and stormed the gang's hideout, leading to the arrest of the suspected kidnappers. The victim was safely rescued during the operation, and all suspects have been taken into custody.
While the names of the suspects and the victim have not been made public, the operation has been praised for its swift response and successful rescue. This latest case further sheds light on the increasing involvement of Nigerian criminal networks in transnational crimes across North Africa, especially human trafficking and kidnapping for ransom.
Authorities in Libya continue to collaborate with international agencies and local communities to combat crimes targeting migrants and vulnerable individuals within their borders.
This development comes amid ongoing efforts by global organizations to monitor and curb human rights abuses faced by African migrants in North African countries, many of whom fall prey to criminal gangs due to their undocumented status.
Further investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the kidnapping ring and whether more victims or accomplices are involved.
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