Nigeria Relief as Zamfara Students and Staff Rescued After 7 Months in Captivity

After seven months in captivity, students and staff from the Federal University Gusau in Zamfara State have regained their freedom. They were kidnapped by bandits during an attack in February 2024. Security forces played a vital role in their rescue, ensuring all victims returned in good health.

In a recent development, students and staff members from the Federal University Gusau in Zamfara State have been freed after enduring seven months of captivity at the hands of bandits. The group was abducted during a violent attack in February 2024.

Zagazola Makama, a security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, confirmed the release on Monday, September 23. Sources indicate that security forces were instrumental in facilitating the victims' return.

According to Makama, "The individuals kidnapped during the assault in Gusau have now been released, and reports confirm they are in good health after their lengthy ordeal."

The release of the kidnapped victims has brought a sense of relief to their families and the university community, who have been anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones.