Breaking: Tension as bandits in hijab abduct 25 in popular northern state

  • Armed bandits dressed in hijabs have kidnapped no fewer than 25 villagers, mostly women and children in Katsina state
  • The attack took place at the Runka community in the Safana local government area on Saturday, July 6
  • Eyewitnesses said one person was injured while trying to escape and was thereafter hospitalised

Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 5 years of experience covering metro and government policy

Runka community, Katsina state – No fewer than 25 villagers, mostly women and children have been kidnapped by a group of armed bandits who attacked the Runka community in the Safana local government area of Katsina state.