Army Confirms Abduction of Six Scholars in Zamfara
The Nigerian Army confirmed the abduction of six Islamic scholars in Zamfara State, clarifying that the clerics were not kidnapped at the residence of former governor Abdul’aziz Yari in Talata Mafara, as previously reported. The Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Nigerian Army/Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, stated that the victims were taken while traveling from the Sububu forest axis in Bakura Local Government Area to Talata Mafara.
The clerics were reportedly abducted by suspected bandits approximately three kilometers from Damri village, in Gonar Sarkin Forest, while en route to a special prayer session for peace and the success of President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. The Zamfara State Police Command, represented by spokesperson DSP Yazid Abubakar, confirmed the incident and stated that a rescue mission is underway.
The Army urged the public to disregard sensationalized narratives that could cause panic and to remain vigilant.
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