Sokoto State Rescues 11 Abducted Persons in Zamfara Forest

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Eleven persons abducted by bandits from Kaibaba village in Turba Ward of Isa Local Government Area, Sokoto State, have been rescued by security operatives in a forest in the Zurmi Local Government Area of neighbouring Zamfara State. The victims, comprising seven women, three infants, and a teenage boy, were freed from captivity after a swift response by security personnel. The rescue highlights the government's commitment to addressing insecurity, which is a major concern of the Ahmed Aliyu-led administration. The state government has announced a relief donation to support the victims' recovery.

Key Takeaways:

  • 11 persons, including 7 women, 3 infants, and a teenage boy, were abducted by bandits from Kaibaba village in Sokoto State and rescued by security operatives in Zamfara State.
  • The rescue operation was carried out in a forest in the Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
  • The State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Idris Mohammed Gobir, praised the security personnel for their bravery and swift response in securing the release of the captives.
  • The state government donated N100,000, a bag of millet, and a bag of maize to each of the rescued individuals to support their recovery.
  • The Chairman of Isa Local Government, Alhaji Sherihu Abubakar Kamarawa, expressed gratitude to the state government for the support, highlighting the administration's concern for the welfare and security of its people.
  • The rescue operation comes amid growing concerns over banditry and insecurity in parts of the North-West, with local and state authorities collaborating with security agencies to safeguard rural communities.

Statistics:

  • 11 persons were rescued from captivity in Zamfara State.
  • 7 women, 3 infants, and 1 teenage boy were among the rescued persons.
  • NS100,000 was donated to each of the rescued individuals.
  • State government donated a bag of millet and a bag of maize to each of the rescued individuals.
  • Rescue operation was carried out in the Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
  • Relief donations were made to support the victims' recovery.

Sources:

  • "Sokoto Rescues 11 Abducted Persons in Zamfara Forest" (not specified)
  • "State Government Receives Abducted Persons, Donates N100,000 to Each" (New Telegrpah, July 23, 2025)