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What are the immediate consequences of the reported 2 million kidnappings and 600,000 deaths in Nigeria on the country's economy and stability?

A recent National Bureau of Statistics survey reveals over 2 million kidnappings in Nigeria between May 2023 and April 2024, resulting in $1.42 billion in ransom payments. The survey also reported 600,000 deaths during this period. These figures highlight the severe security crisis in the country. The high number of kidnappings and the significant amount of ransom money paid underscore the scale of the problem.",