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Kidnappers flee as police rescue 75 victims in Birnin Gwari

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The Kaduna State Police Command successfully rescued 75 individuals who had been abducted by armed men in Folwaya Village, near Birnin Gwari. The victims, identified as Fulani travellers, were taken while commuting in commercial buses on Wednesday. Upon the arrival of police forces, the kidnappers fled the scene, allowing for the safe recovery of the group, which included men, women, and children.

This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the Birnin Gwari region, a corridor frequently impacted by criminal activity targeting travellers. The rescue operation marks a significant intervention by local law enforcement in addressing the prevalence of mass abductions in the area.

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