JUST-IN: Bandits Abduct 14 Women From Islamic Teacher’s Farm In Niger

On Sunday afternoon, 14 women and students were abducted by suspected bandits from a farm in Mekunjeri, located in the Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. The victims were working on the farm of an Islamic teacher when the armed men invaded the area, leading to the kidnapping incident.

The abducted individuals include 14 students of an Islamic school and their teacher, who were reportedly helping to harvest maize at the time of the incident. The bandits have demanded food supplies from the families of the victims and the teacher for their release. Local police have confirmed the incident and stated that joint security teams are currently working to rescue the abducted individuals, although no further details on the current situation have been provided.

Reported by Leadership, Daily Post, Punch, Legit.ng.