Gunmen Abduct 28 Muslims, Including Women and Children, in Nigeria

 Armed gunmen have abducted at least 28 Muslims, including women and children, in a fresh attack in Nigeria, raising renewed concerns over worsening insecurity in parts of the country.

The abduction reportedly occurred when the assailants stormed a community and forcefully took residents away to an unknown location. Witnesses said the attackers arrived heavily armed, causing panic as families fled for safety.

Local sources confirmed that the victims include women and minors, heightening fears for their safety and wellbeing. Security agencies have been alerted, and efforts are said to be ongoing to track the kidnappers and rescue the abducted victims.

The incident adds to the growing wave of kidnappings across Nigeria, where armed groups have increasingly targeted rural communities, travelers, and places of worship. Residents have continued to call on the government to strengthen security and protect vulnerable populations.

Authorities are yet to release an official statement detailing the circumstances of the abduction, as investigations continue.