An Imam and nine other worshippers were kidnapped while observing the early morning (Subhi) prayer in a mosque in Bushe community, Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
The spokesperson for the Sokoto State Police Command, DSP Ahmed Rufai, stated this on Friday, adding that the DPO of the community reported the incident to him.
“I want to assure you that the Nigeria Police, in conjunction with other security agencies, are working tirelessly to ensure the immediate release of all the abductees.”
The gunmen invaded the mosque and kidnapped the Imam and nine others during prayers.
at least 10 worshippers, including the Imam.
An anonymous local in the community said they have been attacked severally despite the presence of security forces, including troops of Operation Fasan Yamma from the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division headquarters.
A member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly representing the area, Sa’idu Ibrahim, confirmed that at least 10 people were kidnapped. He, however, commended the troops for preventing further abductions.
