Bandits Kill Two and Abduct Eighteen in Kaduna Attack

On November 4, bandits attacked Akwando community in Kaduna around midnight, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and the abduction of 18 others. The deceased were identified by the Kuturmi Unity Development Association as Irimiya Galadima, 41, and Benjamin Danlami, 32.

The association, led by President Dr Joseph Ariko and Publicity Secretary Manasseh Samuel Akwando, reported that the attackers had not made any demands at the time of the report. A security personnel confirmed the incident to Daily Trust.

The association expressed deep concern over the recurring violence in Kuturmi land, citing previous attacks that have led to numerous casualties and displacements. They called on both the Federal and Kaduna State governments to deploy security personnel to vulnerable communities and to coordinate efforts to rescue the abducted residents.

The ongoing insecurity has severely disrupted economic activities and instilled fear among residents, who are reportedly being extorted by armed groups.