Zamfara Imams Rescued After Kidnapping for Ransom
Three imams who were kidnapped on September 12, 2026, in Zamfara regained their freedom following a successful rescue operation. The clerics were abducted by armed men while traveling to Talata Mafara for a special prayer session for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The incident occurred around 11:30 am along the Dakko-Damri feeder road, near Sububu Forest in Bakura Local Government Area, approximately three kilometers from Damri village. A senior security operative confirmed that the clerics were freed unhurt due to intelligence-led efforts by security agencies.
After their recovery, the victims underwent medical examinations and debriefing, and were reported to be in stable condition. They are expected to be handed over to the Zamfara State Government for reunion with their families.
The kidnappers had demanded a ransom of N30 million for their release. Zamfara State Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Muhammad Bello, confirmed the rescue and praised the collaboration among the security agencies, including ONSA and the DSS.
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