Niger: Bandits kill two kidnap victims despite N6m ransom payment
Two individuals, identified as Anas and Sallama, also known as Babawo, were reportedly killed by suspected bandits along Maidubu Road in Yamma Ward, located in the Kontagora Local Government Area of Niger State. This incident comes despite the alleged receipt of a N6 million ransom for their release.
The two victims were among eight people abducted during an attack in the region. Security expert Bakatsine shared the information on his official X account on Saturday, noting that, while some those abducted were released, Anas and Sallama were not saved despite their families’ efforts to secure their freedom.
According to Bakatsine, the families paid the ransom in hopes of ensuring the victims’ release, but the payment ultimately did not prevent the tragic outcome.
