Kevin Rideout, an American missionary, was kidnapped outside his home in Niamey, Niger, in the fall of 2025. Reports indicate that he has been released from captivity, although details regarding the circumstances of his release remain unclear.
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American Missionary Kevin Rideout Reportedly Released After Kidnapping in Niger
Kevin Rideout, an American missionary kidnapped in Niamey, Niger, in the fall of 2025, has reportedly been released from captivity. Further details about the release have not been disclosed.
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