Gunmen Invade Abuja Community, Kidnap 5

Some suspected gunmen on Saturday night invaded Dutse Makaranta community in the Bwari area council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) kidnapping at least five persons.

From information gathered, the gunmen invaded the community through the hilly part which links the area to Mpape, another community within the FCT.

It was gathered that the bandits arrived at a Mango tree in an area known as New Jerusalem in Dutse Makaranta at about 8pm on Saturday.

A resident of the area, who was spoke on the condition of anonymity, said those living in the area could not sleep till daybreak as a result of fear.

“From what we heard, the kidnappers came to this community at around 8pm. One woman, three men and two boys were kidnapped. One of the boys, who is three years old, was found in the bush today (Sunday) morning,” she said.

The mother of the abducted boys had to endure further anguish as she was subjected to physical assault by the kidnappers. Residents in the area say she is currently undergoing medical treatment at a nearby hospital for for injuries sustained during the attacked.

“The mother of the two boys that were among those kidnapped was beaten by the kidnappers. She is currently at the hospital receiving treatment.”

The attack has sent shockwaves through the Dutse community and raised concerns about the escalating insecurity plaguing the region.

The residents are now calling on security agencies to intensify efforts to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure the safe return of the abducted individuals.