A disturbing incident has emerged in Delta State, where a 17-year-old girl reportedly staged her own kidnapping with the help of friends and extorted ₦500,000 from her mother.
According to the Delta State Police Command, the teenager orchestrated the fake abduction and demanded ransom from her unsuspecting mother, who is said to depend on farming to provide for her family. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Police authorities disclosed that after receiving the money, the suspect allegedly spent the proceeds on clothing and other personal items, leaving her mother devastated both emotionally and financially.
In a statement issued by the command, officials condemned the act and stressed the importance of proper parental upbringing and monitoring of children’s activities.
“She connived with her friends, faked her own kidnap, and extorted a ransom of ₦500,000 from her innocent mother who does farming jobs in the village to feed,” the statement read.
The police used the incident to caution parents and guardians to pay closer attention to their children’s behaviour, peer groups, and lifestyle choices.
Authorities emphasised that early guidance, discipline, and value orientation remain critical in preventing young people from engaging in criminal or deceptive acts that could destroy their future.
“Train your children so they don’t end up becoming a problem to you and society,” the command warned.
The case has triggered conversations about youth behaviour, parental supervision, and societal influence, particularly in both rural and urban communities where teenagers may be exposed to peer pressure and materialistic lifestyles.
Security experts note that such incidents highlight the need for stronger family bonds, community mentorship, and moral education to prevent similar occurrences.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing, and authorities have not ruled out possible charges against other individuals involved in the scheme.