Bandits Kill Sikiru, Abduct Family in Kaduna Attack

On October 2, 2026, suspected bandits attacked Babban Saura community in the Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State around 1am, resulting in the death of a man named Sikiru and the abduction of his wife, two children, and eight others. The attackers first targeted the home of an elderly man, abducting two of his children before moving to Sikiru's residence.

Sikiru attempted to resist the attackers but was overpowered and killed. The bandits also invaded a neighboring house, abducting a woman and her four children, though the woman was later rescued by soldiers and local vigilantes.

Usman Adamu, the commander of the local vigilantes, confirmed that nine people were initially abducted and that efforts to rescue the remaining victims are ongoing. Residents expressed concern over the increasing insecurity in the area, especially following a recent similar attack in the Kadaure community.