The Niger State Police Command, has confirmed the kidnap of 20 women working on a groundnut farm in Mukura village, Kasuwan-Garba District of Mariga local government of the state

Police Public Relations Officer PPRO Superintendent of Police, Wasiu WasiuAbiodun, who confirmed the incident, said it occurred on Saturday evening.

“On 28th Sept 2026, report received indicated that on 27th Sept 2026 at about 3pm, suspected bandits abducted over twenty persons at Mukura village, Kasuwan-Garba District of Mariga LGA,” he said.

Abiodun, however, said Joint security rescue efforts were ongoing.

But Chairman of the local government, Alhaji Aliyu Bagga Muhamadu, told reporters that 47 farmers – all women – working on a groundnut farm were kidnapped.

“47 people were abducted and report reaching me indicated that one of the women has given birth in their custody,” he said.

Muhamadu also added that the kidnappers had made contacts with the families of the women demanding ransom of N2 million for each of them before they would be released.

According to him the military and vigilant groups had been mobilised and were already trailing them to ensure the safe release of the victims. (AriseNews TV)