In Sokoto State, many Muslim worshippers have been abducted by gunmen suspected to be bandits.
The victims were abducted after the gunmen stormed a mosque in the Bushe community, Sabon Birni Local Government Area (LGA) of the state
The suspected bandits attacked the mosque on Thursday while worshippers were observing their early morning Subhi prayer.
At least 10 worshippers, including the Imam, were reportedly whisked away during the attack.
Punch quoted DSP Ahmed Rufai, spokesperson for the Sokoto State Police Command, as confirming the incident on Friday.
Rufai said the command in collaboration with other security agencies “are working tirelessly” to ensure the immediate release of all the victims.
He said: “I just confirmed the incident from the DPO of the community when I spoke with him on the telephone.
“I want to assure you that the Nigeria Police, in conjunction with other security agencies, are working tirelessly to ensure the immediate release of all the abductees.”Sa’idu Ibrahim, a member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly representing the area, also confirmed the incident
