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Kidnappings Cast Shadow Over Nigeria as Gunmen Target Students Again

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
October 4, 2023
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Kidnappings Cast Shadow Over Nigeria as Gunmen Target Students Again
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In a development that hardly raises an eyebrow anymore, but continues to cast a dark cloud over Nigeria, the latest chapter in the grim saga of kidnappings unfolded in Katsina state. Five female students found themselves at the mercy of gunmen, marking the second such incident in the region within a month. It’s not a shocker, it’s not a surprise, but it’s undeniably a heart-wrenching reality.

The rampant phenomenon of kidnapping for ransom has become an unwelcome fixture in northwest Nigeria, thriving amidst the backdrop of poverty, unemployment, and an unsettling proliferation of illegal firearms. Abubakar Sadiq, the spokesperson for the Katsina police, somberly detailed the incident. It occurred under the cover of darkness at the Federal University in Dutsin-Ma town.

With a solemn commitment, law enforcement has marshaled their tactical and operational might, determined to bring the abducted students back unscathed. At least one suspect is now in custody, a flicker of hope amid the gloom.

This grim tale echoes the haunting memory of September 22, when 24 female students were plucked from their hostel at the Federal University Gusau in Zamfara state. Miraculously, 16 of them were freed three days later, thanks to a daring rescue operation by security forces.

As we wrestle with the disheartening reality of young lives hanging in the balance, let’s not forget that the youth corps members kidnapped in Zamfara still remain in the clutches of their captors. Meanwhile, our president seems to be embarking on a world tour. It’s a bitter irony that such a troubling state of affairs persists while leadership appears to be elsewhere, leaving us to question the value our government places on the lives of its citizens.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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