Suspected bandits have kidnapped six Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, in Anguwan Baijuwa, Kaso, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, whereas on the best way to their farmlands.
The Secretary to the Village Head of Kaso, Jonah Baba, confirmed the incident, saying, “The suspected bandits blocked the road around Romi Stream, along the Suleja village axis in Kaso, and abducted farmers heading towards Mararaban Uden market.”
Baba additional defined that the bandits kidnapped six individuals and later launched two individuals.
The IDP coordinator of Maraban Rido, Sule Adams, additionally confirmed the incident, lamenting that it occurred at about 8 am on Friday, November 13, 2026.
He mentioned two of the kidnapped individuals had been subsequently launched by their captors because of their well being circumstances, whereas 4 others are nonetheless in captivity.
Adams defined {that a} girl was among the many victims, expressing concern over the safety challenges going through displaced individuals who rely upon farming to feed their households and earn a dwelling.
The abduction of the displaced individuals has heightened issues over the protection of IDPs in the realm, notably these making an attempt to return to farming regardless of the safety dangers.
Meanwhile, the Kaduna State Police Command is but to react to the newest improvement following calls put via to its spokesperson.
