Local News

Tears as Bride, Bridesmaids, 28 Others Abducted Before Wedding

At least 30 women and girls were reportedly abducted on Saturday night after armed bandits attacked Chacho community in Wurno Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

The incident, which left one resident injured, was contained in a post shared on X on Sunday by security analyst Bakatsine.

According to Bakatsine, the attackers stormed the community during the night and took away women and girls, including a bride and her bridesmaids, only hours before the planned wedding ceremony.

“Yesterday night, bandits invaded Chacho community in Wurno LGA of Sokoto State. They injured one person and abducted at least 30 women and girls ,including a bride and her bridesmaids ,during the invasion.

“A day meant for joy and celebration was shattered as bandits stormed and inflicted wounds. How much more pain must ordinary families endure before they find safety?,” Bakatsine wrote.

VAM News

Recent Posts

Presidency clears air over reports of COS Gbajabiamila’s alleged sack

News Update The attention of the Presidency has been drawn to a viral falsehood circulating…

2 hours ago

Christmas: Hon. Ibrahim Kunle Olarewaju Celebrates Constituents, Assures Of Sustained Prosperity Under Tinubu, Oyebanji Leadership

THE Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on National Assembly Matters, Hon. Ibrahim…

4 hours ago

Christmas: Relief as Youth Reformers Initiative, Aminat Ajibola Foundation Donate Food Bank to Osun Residents

By Abioye Tosin Lawrence | Community & Development Correspondent NEWS UPDATE In a deliberate move…

9 hours ago

Christmas: ‘Embrace Christ’s Virtues’

NEWS UPDATE THE National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Tanimu Turaki, has urged Nigerians…

12 hours ago

Several Nigerians spend Christmas in darkness

News Update Many Nigerians across the country are celebrating this year’s Christmas in darkness following…

12 hours ago

Yuletide: US announces closure of embassy in Nigeria

THE United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will shut down…

13 hours ago