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Bandits release 21 children abducted from Katsina farm

Adamu Abubakar
By Adamu Abubakar
Published: November 6, 2022
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Twenty-one children abducted by terrorists in Katsina State have regained their freedom.

Okay.ng recalls that the children were kidnapped on Sunday while working on a farm in Mairuwa community, Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) on Friday had urged authorities to swing into action and rescue the children.

In a statement signed by UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Ms Cristian Munduate, the UN agency described the abductions as “reprehensible.”

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Police spokesperson, SP Gambo Isah confirmed their release in a statement on Saturday.

He said the the victims comprising 17 girls and four boys have since been reunited with their respective families as investigations continue.

“Good evening Gentlemen of the Press. It is with great joy that I announce the release of all the 21 abducted workers that were kidnapped while working in a farmland at Kamfanin Mai Lafiya village, Faskari LGA of Katsina state. They have been reunited with their families. Investigation is ongoing please”, the statement said.

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