Atiku Abubakar Calls for Immediate Rescue of Abducted Family

Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate for the 2027 election, condemned the abduction of Ahmed Zakka, his wife, and their infant child in Kaduna State. He described a disturbing video of Zakka, reportedly taken during the abduction, as a painful reminder of Nigeria's ongoing insecurity.

In a statement, Atiku expressed that no Nigerian should have to plead for their life or their family's safety from criminals. He highlighted the heartbreaking nature of the situation, particularly due to the involvement of an infant.

Atiku urged security agencies to act swiftly and decisively to ensure the safe release of the victims and all Nigerians held captive. He pointed out that this incident further exposes the burden of insecurity on Nigerians, who are already grappling with rising living costs, and stated that families should not have to live in fear of abduction in their homes or on the roads.