Unknown gunmen kidnapped 56-year-old Abdullahi Ibrahim, the village head of Kanaka in the Ganjuwa Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The assailants attacked the remote village at around 1:15 a.m. on Thursday and abducted the traditional head of the village to an unknown destination.
Details of the Incident
- *Attack Timing*: The gunmen launched the attack at 1:15 a.m. on Thursday, catching the village off guard.
- *Victim's Identity*: The abducted village head is identified as Abdullahi Ibrahim, 56, from Kanaka village.
- *Current Status*: Security agencies and local hunters are currently on the ground to locate and rescue the victim ¹ ².
Response from Authorities
- *Police Investigation*: The case remains under active police investigation, with intensive operations ongoing to rescue the abducted village head.
- *Rescue Efforts*: Authorities are working to secure the safe release of the victim, with security agencies combing the area to track down the gunmen.
Conclusion
The abduction of the village head in Bauchi's Ganjuwa LGA highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region. The authorities' prompt response and ongoing rescue efforts offer hope for the safe release of the victim. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available ¹.
