Suspected kidnappers have abducted seven people, including women and children, in Anchuna village, Ikulu Chiefdom, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
The attack, which took place on Wednesday night, caused panic in the community as gunmen stormed the village in large numbers, firing sporadically before taking their victims away.
A resident, Samuel Kukah, confirmed the incident, revealing that his younger brother, Ishaya Kukah, was among those kidnapped.
“My brother, Ishaya, was the only male among the abductees; the rest are women and children. The attackers struck around 11 p.m.,” he said.
He added that as of the time of speaking, there had been no communication from the kidnappers regarding a ransom demand.
“We are praying for their safety while waiting for any call,” he said, urging security agencies to act swiftly to rescue the victims.
Kaduna State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, when contacted, said he would provide an update on the matter but had not done so at the time of filing this report.
Residents are calling for stronger security measures to address the growing threat of kidnappings in the region.
