Residents of Mani community near a factory in Rido Ward of Chikun Local Government area of Kaduna State have been thrown into a state of tension as gunmen abduct 19 persons in a fresh attack, News About Nigeria reports.
The gunmen reportedly carried out separate attacks, kidnapping people from both the Mani community and Danhonu II Millennium City Kaduna.
A source who spoke on condition of anonymity disclosed that among those abducted were a woman and her three children, infants, and young persons.
According to him, six of his relatives are also among those taken to the forest by the gunmen.
He, however, stated that no communication has been established between the community and the abductees, as they have yet to reach out to the community about what they want.
The source called on the authorities to come to their rescue and ensure that the abductees are released to their families.
He also lamented that residents now live in fear as they do not know what will become of them every day, adding that the rate of kidnapping and attacks from bandits has increased at an alarming rate.
He stated, “19 persons were abducted from three houses in Mani village opposite Indomie company Rido Ward of Chikun LGA Kaduna state in the early hours of Thursday.
“I know the names of my relatives involved. We are in deep thought as I send this message, especially as we have yet to hear from the abductors. They include a nursing mother with four kids, young persons, and an infant.”
The Kaduna State Police Command is yet to react to the incident.
