Terrorists ∆bduct man Hours After He Called On Govt To End Insecurity
Terrorists Abduct Kebbi Resident Hours After He Called On Govt To End Insecurity
The abduction came hours after Sahabi took to Facebook to express concern over the worsening security situation in Wasagu villages.
A resident of Wasagu town in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, Lawal Jabir Sahabi, has been abducted by suspected terrorists just hours after publicly calling on the state government to tackle the growing insecurity in the area.
The incident was disclosed on Friday by security analyst Bakatsine, who said the kidnappers stormed Wasagu town on Thursday night and abducted Sahabi along with several other residents.
“Just yesterday afternoon, he made this post. Tragically, later last night, bandits reportedly raided his area in Wasagu town, Danko-Wasagu LGA of Kebbi State, abducting him alongside some residents,” Bakatsine wrote on X.
He prayed for the victims’ safe return and urged authorities to address the persistent security challenges facing communities across the country.
The abduction came hours after Sahabi took to Facebook to express concern over the worsening security situation in Wasagu villages.
“Kebbi state government should continue to stop the terrorism in Wasagu villages; if it goes like that, it is difficult for these people to vote for APC,” he wrote.
Reacting to the incident, Facebook user Sufiyanu Sani Na Ghana wrote: “Lawal Jabir Sahabi post this and see your own destiny. May Allah make a way out with ease.”
Kidnapping, banditry, terrorism, and protests remain urgent security challenges in Nigeria, with Kebbi State among the hotspots. Recent months have seen mass abductions, violent raids, and nationwide protests by teachers and civil society demanding action.
Amnesty International reported that at least 1,100 people were abducted between January and April 2026, mostly in northern states.
Victims include women, children, and displaced persons, often subjected to torture, starvation, and ransom demands.
