Insecurity

Bandits Kidnap Two Journalists, Wives, Children in Kaduna

In a harrowing incident on Saturday night, terrorists attacked the Danhonu community in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting two journalists and their family members. The victims include Abdulgafar Alabelewe, a correspondent for The Nation Newspaper, and Abduraheem Aodu of Blueprint, along with their relatives.

According to eyewitnesses and relatives of one of the victims, the assailants stormed the community around 10:30 PM, unleashing chaos as they fired shots indiscriminately before seizing their targets. The swift and violent nature of the attack has left the community in shock and fear.

Efforts to reach the police for an official statement have so far been unsuccessful. The Police spokesperson has remained unreachable, and no formal comment on the incident has been made available.

The abduction of journalists underscores the growing insecurity in the region, raising concerns about the safety of residents and the increasing audacity of criminal elements. This incident adds to a series of kidnappings that have plagued Kaduna State, calling for urgent and effective security measures.

Further details about the incident and efforts to rescue the abducted individuals are awaited. The community and concerned citizens are anxiously hoping for a swift and safe resolution.

Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.

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