In a tragic turn of events, armed bandits attacked the villages of Kuduru, Garam, and Azu, resulting in 39 people being kidnapped and four people losing their lives. These crimes took place in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, where the city of Abuja is located. This news is a reminder of the ongoing security challenges in Nigeria, and highlights the need for more effective law enforcement and security measures.
On December 23rd, a group of bandits carried out a brutal attack on Garam, a village that is only five minutes away from Bwari town by car. During the attack, 12 people were taken hostage and a pastor from the Redeemed Christian Church of God was tragically killed. The attack was met with shock and horror by the residents of Bwari and the surrounding areas.
In a string of devastating attacks, the village of Kuduru, located close to Garam, was attacked on December 28, resulting in the abduction of 18 people. Just one day later, on December 29, the village of Azu was attacked, and three people were killed while eight more were taken hostage. These attacks are part of an alarming trend of violence in the region, which has seen a significant rise in crime in recent months.
According to a resident of Garam named Mrs. Juliana, who spoke with the Daily Trust, “The bandits entered a house and kidnapped two boys, who then led them to the home of their intended target. When they arrived, they took the entire family hostage.
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