Jigawa governor senators top govt officials held hostage escape lynching
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On March 28, 2023, a group of top government officials, including the Governor of Jigawa State, Abubakar Badaru, and two Senators, were abducted by unknown gunmen while attending a wedding ceremony in Birnin Kudu, Jigawa State, Nigeria. The officials were taken to an unknown location and held hostage.
According to reports, the kidnappers demanded a ransom from the government, but the officials were eventually rescued by security forces on March 30, 2023. The rescue operation was carried out by a joint team of security agencies, including the Nigerian Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigerian Army.
During the rescue operation, the kidnappers attempted to lynch the officials, but the security forces were able to intervene and prevent the lynching. The officials were reportedly beaten and injured during the ordeal.
The Jigawa State Government has condemned the incident and promised to investigate and bring the perpetrators to justice. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and concern over the rising cases of kidnapping and banditry in Nigeria.
It's worth noting that the incident is still under investigation, and more details may emerge as the investigation unfolds.