18 Indians rescued from pirate captivity near the coast of Nigeria..
Abuja, Dec 23 (HS): Indians abducted by pirates have been rescued from a commercial ship near the coast of Nigeria. On December 3, a total of 18 Indians were abducted by pirates. Information about rescuing Indians from robbery has come from the Indian Mission in Nigeria. According to reports, a group of pirates abducted Indian civilians from a Hong Kong near Bonny Island.
The Indian Mission in Nigeria tweeted, ‘The Nigerian Navy and Shipping Company have confirmed the release of 18 Indian nationals held hostage from on 3 December. Thanks to those who contributed to getting them safe. The mission had raised the issue of kidnapping of Indians with the Nigerian government.