Abducted Zamfara girls regain freedom after 7 months in captivity

The four girls abducted by gunmen along the Kaura Namoda, Birnin Magaji road in Zamfara State have regained freedom after spending seven months in captivity.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by Sulaiman Idris, the spokesperson to Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Thursday, August 3, 2023.

Idris, who noted that the girls were kidnapped in January 2023, said the kidnappers had earlier released a two-minute video showing the victims pleading with the government to intervene and rescue them from their abductors.

The governor’s spokesman added that the Zamfara State Government later acted promptly to ensure the release of the girls.

He quoted Governor Lawal as saying: “As the chief executive of Zamfara State, I want to express my utmost gratitude to Allah for the freedom of these ladies who were kidnapped seven months ago.

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“It is indeed a moment of happiness for the government and the families of the victims.

“I am calling on the victims to consider what happened as a test from the Almighty Allah. Let it not in any way affect their lives, for they have a better future ahead.

“Zamfara State Government will do all it takes to ensure that the rescued victims receive the necessary medical attention and provide all their needs.

“My government is determined to do whatever it takes to bring an end to the menace of kidnapping and banditry in our dear state.

“It is a collective responsibility; we must cooperate and always provide security with relevant information.”

The governor, however, assured that the rescued girls would be fully incorporated into society.

The Star