The Digest:
Nigeria is facing a resurgence of mass abductions, with at least 145 people kidnapped across Kebbi, Niger, and Zamfara states in four days, raising security alarms as the country approaches the 2027 elections and repeating patterns of pre-election violence.
Key Points:
- 25 female students were abducted from GGSS Maga in Kebbi, with one staff member killed.
- 42 residents were kidnapped in Niger State, where 16 vigilantes were also killed.
- 64 people were taken in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara, with three fatalities.
- 14 more were abducted in Maru LGA, including 11 women and three children.
- The Federal Government has pledged swift rescue operations and enhanced security measures.
- Security experts warn that abductions often spike during election cycles due to political motives.
- Former VP Atiku and PDP have condemned the government's handling of worsening insecurity.
Sources: Punch Newspapers, Daily Trust
