Two councillors, Imam kidnapped in Zamfara

Zamfara State police command has confirmed that gunmen kidnapped two councillors and an imam in Gusau on Wednesday night.

Police spokesperson, Yazid Abubakar, revealed on Thursday that the councillors, who represent Gidan Gona and Tsibiri wards in Maradun Local Government, were taken alongside an Imam in Tsauni community shortly after evening prayers.

He said security operatives have since been deployed to the area and efforts are ongoing to rescue the victims.

Abubakar also appealed to residents to share any information that could help in the safe rescue of the victims

Meanwhile, The chairman of Maradun Local Government, Sanusi Gamagiwa, explained that six people were originally abducted, but three were able to escape. “So far, they have not contacted anyone to state their demands,” he said.

Two councillors, Imam kidnapped in Zamfara



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