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  Fear and concern have reportedly gripped parts of Zaria Local Government Area in Kaduna State following reports that a supervisory councillor and his two sons were abducted by suspected bandits. The councillor, identified as Lamido Muhammad, reportedly serves as the Supervisory Councillor for Special Duties in Zaria Local Government Area. According to media reports published in October 2026, the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, October 11, at the councillor's residence in Wucicciri, Abba area of Zaria. Councillor Reportedly Abducted Alongside Two Sons The reports identified the two sons as Aliyu Lamido and Amir Lamido. Suspected bandits were said to have stormed the residence and taken the three family members to an unknown destination. The reported abduction has raised fresh concerns about the security situation in parts of Kaduna State, where communities have continued to face challenges associated with kidnapping and armed attacks. However, details surrounding t...

  A disturbing kidnapping case in Kaduna State has raised fresh concerns about the safety of residents after reports emerged that abductors are demanding ₦500 million for the release of a pregnant woman identified as Haj. Jamila. According to media reports, Jamila was reportedly abducted by suspected bandits in the Millennium City area of Kaduna State. Her reported captivity has sparked concern, with calls for security agencies to intensify efforts to secure her safe release. Abductors Reportedly Demand ₦500 Million Ransom Reports indicate that the suspected abductors contacted Jamila's husband and demanded ₦500 million as ransom for her release. The reported amount has generated concern, particularly because Jamila is said to be pregnant and may require appropriate medical care during her captivity. However, the ransom figure has not been independently confirmed through an official police statement. The information should therefore be treated as a reported claim pending further ve...