Bandits have killed an abducted student in Kaduna State after four months in captivity and ransom payment. The victim, identified as Godwin Bitrus, a student of Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya, in Jema'a Local Government Area, was abducted alongside other victims on December 31, 2025. Facebook user Dogara Adams Rishiwa confirmed the development in a post on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, writing, "Our land Rishiwa is soaked in blood and tears again." Another user, Comr Haji Barnabas, confirmed that a ransom was paid.
Key Points
- A family loses a loved one after paying ransom for his release.
- Four months of captivity ended in death despite compliance with kidnappers' demands.
- The incident raises questions about the effectiveness of ransom negotiations.
- Students in Kaduna State face heightened fear of abduction and violence.
- The community of Rishiwa mourns another loss amid ongoing insecurity.
Watch whether security agencies track down the bandits responsible and if the government reviews its stance on ransom payments.
Sources: Daily Post
