At least 11 residents of Isapa, a community near Eruku in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have been abducted in a fresh attack by gunmen, just 24 hours after worshippers previously kidnapped were released.
The incident occurred around 6:00 p.m. on Monday, as an estimated 20 to 30 bandits stormed the community, firing sporadically and forcing residents to flee for safety. An elderly woman was reportedly hit by a stray bullet during the attack.
A community leader, speaking under anonymity, confirmed the abductions, saying seven of the victims are from the same household. “The victims include a pregnant woman, two nursing mothers, and several young children,” he said.
The abducted have been identified as Talatu Kabiru, 20; Magaji, 6; Kande, 5; Hadiza, 10; Mariam, 6; Saima, 5; Habibat, a housewife; Fatima Yusufu, a housewife; Sarah Sunday, 22, a pregnant woman; Lami Fidelis, 23, a nursing mother; and Haja Na Allah, a nursing mother.
Eyewitnesses said the gunmen moved through sections of the town, leaving bullet holes in walls and doors. Expended AK-47 shells were later recovered at multiple points in the community after the attackers retreated with their captives.
The fresh abduction has heightened tension across Isapa and surrounding settlements, prompting intensified efforts by security agencies and local vigilante groups to locate the kidnappers and rescue the victims.
Commissioner of Police Adekimi Ojo confirmed the incident to Daily Trust, stating, “Yes, there was an incident, but I cannot say much now. I am about to enter Isapa from Ilorin. I will update you when I get there.”
