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Bakatsine identified some of the clerics reportedly abducted as Imam Yahuza, the First Jumma'at Imam in Dogon Madacci, Magawata Abdullahi, the Second Jumma'at Imam in Dogon Madacci, Malam Shehu Dakko, Imam Bala Fagon, and Na'ibi Tasi'u of Tungar Nagudai, stressing that over 2,000 Islamic scholars and imams had assembled at Yari's residence for special prayers ahead of the 2027 elections.

The clerics had travelled from communities in Bakura and Talata Mafara LGAs to attend the prayer gathering for peace, national unity and the success of President Bola Tinubu and the APC ahead of the 2027 elections. Describing the abduction as disturbing, particularly because the clerics were gathered at the residence of a prominent political figure, Bakatsine said the incident further highlighted the deteriorating security situation in Zamfara: 'If people can be abducted while attending a gathering at the residence of a prominent political figure, then where exactly are ordinary citizens supposed to feel safe?'

At the time of filing this report, the police or other security agencies have yet to issue any statement on the issue.

SaharaReporters learnt that the victims reportedly include Imam Yahuza, the First Jumma'at Imam in Dogon Madacci; Magawata Abdullahi, the Second Jumma'at Imam in Dogon Madacci; Malam Shehu Dakko; Imam Bala Fagon; and Na'ibi Tasi'u of Tungar Nagudai. Sources said the clerics had travelled from communities in Bakura and Talata Mafara LGAs to attend the prayer gathering.

Their reported abduction has raised fresh concerns over the worsening security situation in Zamfara, particularly as the incident allegedly occurred in connection with a gathering at the residence of Yari, a former governor, serving senator and Director-General of Tinubu's 2027 presidential campaign.

The identities of the abductors and their whereabouts remained unclear as of the time of filing. Security agencies have yet to issue an official statement; Zamfara State police spokesman Yezid Abubakar has not responded to messages and calls. Source: saharareporters.com

When newsmen visited the area, large portions of the disputed land were seen to have been graded, while some buildings had been pulled down; several economic trees were uprooted. Members of the Eziudo Family told journalists that the property covered different individual family lands handed down through generations. According to them, the crisis started when Ezekwesili allegedly arrived with more than 300 men, suspected thugs and earth-moving equipment, claiming he had acquired the property; his men began chasing farmers away and commenced grading and demolition, uprooting planted crops and felling mature economic trees, and allegedly blocked a stream serving the community with sand.

Odumodu Umunya is known for garri production, but residents said the destruction had prevented them from cultivating their farmlands this year. 94-year-old Prince Ozoekwe Nwoye traced the history of the land, stressing it was inherited from their forefathers and never meant to be sold. Another resident, 75-year-old Israel Mbamalu, joined others to appeal to Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, Umunya PG Chief Chinedu Ekwugha, and Hon. Innocent Ojike to intervene.

They alleged the speculator boasted they had no influential person to stop him and threatened their lives; a video reportedly showed him directing demolition work and seeking officers from a police station for security during it. The residents appealed for an investigation, protection, and permanent resolution of the ownership dispute.

Source: onyokomita.com

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'The severed head of one of the more than 100 people abducted by bandits was reportedly sent to the Shadadi Emirate today,' Bakatsine wrote, describing the development as heartbreaking and warning that it would likely deepen fears among the families of those still in captivity. Source: 247ureports.com

That little girl needs to be SAFEGUARDED. The NPF should stand up on its duty if Nigeria and its people are still sane in the wider community of Nations. This video is being watched worldwide enabled by Content Creators without covering the little girl's face. The video is traumatising and heart breaking.

The NPF take action, STOP this circulation and sharing and persecute defaulters. People are supposed to empathise with this child. Thank you. [1 Like]