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Bandits kill abducted Kaduna widow after family fails to pay N12m ransom

James Moses
Last updated: August 24, 2026 10:11 pm
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Bandits have reportedly killed a widow who was abducted in Kaduna State after her family allegedly failed to raise the N12 million ransom demanded for her release.

The woman was said to have been held in captivity while her family struggled to meet the kidnappers demand. Tragically, the situation ended with her being killed by the bandits.

The incident has once again raised concerns over the growing insecurity and kidnapping crisis affecting communities across Kaduna State, particularly the vulnerability widows and other residents who may have limited resources to meet ransom demands.

Further details about the victim, the exact location of the incident and efforts by security agencies to apprehend the perpetrators are still awaited.

The development has left the victim’s family and community devastated.

-9News Nigeria.

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