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Kaduna: Gunmen kill 1, abducted 2, demand N50m ransom

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna

Heavily armed gunmen on Friday struck in Kakura, Millennium City, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, leaving one person brutally killes and two others kidnapped.

According to reports, two brothers, Mohammed Ibrahim and Adamu Ibrahim, had gone to their farm to harvest produce when they were ambushed by gunmen.

“Mohammed Ibrahim was shot dead, while Adamu Ibrahim and their friend were taken away by the kidnappers”, according to eyewitness account by Khadija Kubau, neighborhood on Monday.

The kidnappers have since reportedly contacted the family, demanding a ransom of N50 million in exchange for the safe release of the abducted victims.

Indeed, family is soliciting prayers and assistance from the public to secure the release of Adamu Ibrahim and his friend.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the escalating insecurity and kidnapping cases in Kaduna State.

Police and relevant authorities have been notified, and efforts are underway to rescue the kidnapped victims and apprehend the perpetrators.

Accordingly, family and community are calling for increased security measures and urgent action to address the growing menace of kidnapping and banditry in the region.

As the search for the kidnapped victims continues, the family and loved ones are left to grapple with the devastating loss of Mohammed Ibrahim and the uncertain fate of Adamu Ibrahim and his friend.

The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.

May the soul of Mohammed Ibrahim rest in peace, and may the kidnapped victims be reunited with their families soon, Khadija Kubau.

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