Kidnapped students, staff of Zamfara university regain freedom
Students and staff members of Federal University Gusau, who were abducted by bandits in February, have been freed after spending seven months in captivity.
Security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, confirmed the development on Monday via X (formerly Twitter).
The victims were kidnapped during an attack in the Gusau area of Zamfara State earlier this year. However, the details surrounding their release remain unclear, including whether a ransom was paid.
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Makama noted that security forces played a crucial role in securing their freedom.
“It was gathered that the students and staff were kidnapped during an attack by bandits in the Gusau area in February of this year,” Makama said.
He further confirmed that all the abducted individuals have returned safely and are in good health.
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