Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - Ten people who were abducted by bandits in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State have regained their freedom following a local peace agreement.
The release, reportedly secured without any ransom, was
facilitated by the council chairman, Hon. Muntari Abdullahi City, who led a
delegation to the bandits’ hideout.
According to a post shared on X on Tuesday by security
analyst, Zagazola Makama, the release is part of ongoing local efforts to
negotiate peace with bandit groups in the area.
Photos accompanying the post show the council chairman
riding a motorcycle alongside some of the bandits during the negotiation
process.
“Ten people abducted by bandits in Malumfashi LGA, Katsina
State, have regained their freedom. The council chairman, Hon. Muntari
Abdullahi City, led a delegation to the bandits hideout to secure their release
reportedly without ransom following a local peace agreement.
“The key question are: How durable is this peace?, What does
it mean for nearby communities, especially across the border in Kano State?,”
Bakatsine asked.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement regarding
the incident.
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