Gunmen Kidnap Traditional Ruler In Kaduna

The traditional ruler of Chawai in Kauru Local Government, Chief Joshua Ahmadu have been kidnapped by gunmen in Kaduna State.

The Public Relations Officer of the Chawai Development Association (CDA), Raphael Joshua, confirmed the incident in a statement on Thursday.

He noted that the traditional ruler was kidnapped on Tuesday night by gunmen who invaded his premises at Zambina.

“It was reported that the kidnappers stormed the house of the traditional ruler in their numbers around 9:30 p.m. and took him away.

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“Already, relevant authorities and heads of security operatives on special duty in the chiefdom have been duly informed and have already swung into action to rescue the traditional ruler.

“It’s unfortunate that at this critical time, the youths, who ought to be the communal force to guarantee security across communities, are not ready to work in collaboration with security personnel to secure the land.

“We are calling on all sons and daughters of Tsam land to pray for the safe return of the district head.”

“We have to be on our feet to ensure the land is safe.”