Bandits Execute Two Abducted Kaduna Girls for Resisting Sexual Assault
In a horrific incident highlighting the ongoing security crisis in northern Nigeria, bandits have shot and killed two young girls abducted from the Janjala community in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The victims, identified as Abida and Ummi, were murdered after they resisted attempts by their captors to rape them, according to local sources.
Details of the Abduction and Ransom Demand
The tragedy began on March 1, 2026, when the girls were abducted alongside a vigilante member, his wife, and ten other individuals. The bandits initially demanded a ransom of N14 million for the release of all captives. Families of the victims pleaded repeatedly with the kidnappers, but the criminals remained adamant about their financial demands.
After immense struggle, the families managed to raise N13 million, which they delivered to the bandits at a location near the Hayin Dam forest in the neighboring Kachia Local Government Area on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Upon receiving the partial payment, the kidnappers released the women who were held captive but continued to detain the male abductees.
Brutal Execution Following Resistance
A source from the area, speaking to Daily Trust, revealed the grim fate of the two girls. After collecting the ransom, the bandits informed the families that they had killed Abida and Ummi. The source explained that the young girls had resisted alleged sexual assault attempts by some of the bandits.
"As the girls refused to allow the bandits to rape them, their leader ordered them to be shot on the spot," the source stated. This act of defiance led to their immediate execution, underscoring the extreme brutality of the kidnappers.
Ongoing Captivity and Further Demands
The bandits have not released the male victims and have issued additional demands. They insist on receiving the remaining balance of N1 million, as well as provisions of food supplies, before considering the release of the men. This situation leaves the families in continued distress, grappling with both the loss of the two girls and the uncertainty surrounding their male relatives.
Confirmations from Multiple Sources
A security source has corroborated the killing of the two women, though specific details of the incident were not provided. Additionally, a community leader confirmed the deaths, noting that one of the family members of the abducted victims called to inform them about the tragic development on the afternoon of April 4, 2026.
"In fact, it was this afternoon one of the family members of the abducted victims called to inform us that two girls among the victims had been killed," the community leader said. This multi-source confirmation adds credibility to the reports and highlights the widespread impact of such violent acts on local communities.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the severe security challenges in Kaduna State and the broader northern region, where kidnapping for ransom and sexual violence remain pervasive threats. It calls for urgent attention from security agencies and government authorities to protect vulnerable populations and bring perpetrators to justice.
