Man kidnapped as violence escalates in Nigeria

A British ex-pat has been kidnapped in Nigeria, according to reports today.

Man kidnapped as violence escalates in Nigeria
Tue, 16 Sep, 2008 - 10:00

A British ex-pat has been kidnapped in Nigeria, according to reports today.

The hostage was seized by five gunmen in the oil hub Port Harcourt last night, but as yet no group has claimed responsibility.

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