Bandits have invaded a Mosque in Kwata, Jibia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting over 40 worshipers.
The attack reportedly occurred at about 12am on Monday morning during the Laylatul Qadr prayer.
According to DAILY POST, the state’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Gambo Ishaka, while confirming the incident, said 30 of the abductees have been rescued by the joint security operatives.
“The report is true. Hoodlums attacked a Mosque in Kwata and abducted over 40 persons but we were able to rescue 30 of them.
“But these remaining ten, I can not vividly say they are kidnapped or probably ran somewhere within the location for safety during the attack.
“It was after we conducted headcount this morning that we discovered that about ten villagers are still missing.
“But hopefully, we are going to find them. The operation is still ongoing.
“As I’m speaking to you, military and police are after these hoodlums, we have found out that they are heading towards Ambe and Tumburun in Zamfara State which is the hideout of the criminal elements.
“Investigation is on top gear to ensure the remaining ten are rescued and the criminals are brought to book.
“No life was lost during the attack” Ishaka said.
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