Bandits have abducted the wife and son of a village head of Doka Avong in Kufana District, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
According to a formal report submitted to the Agom of Kufana Chiefdom, the attack occurred around 1am on Saturday, June 14, 2025 when a large group of gunmen stormed the residence of the Village Head.
The assailants kidnapped the village head’s wife, 38-year-old Deborah Jonah, and his 14-year-old son, Maxwell Jonah.
The distressing incident was confirmed in a letter signed by Mr. Stephen Maikori, the Overseer of Kufana District.
“This unfortunate event has caused widespread fear and anxiety within the community,” Maikori stated.
“In light of the above, I respectfully call for the urgent intervention of relevant security agencies to enhance surveillance and fortify security in and around Doka Avong and the entire Kufana District.”
He further emphasized the need for “prompt and decisive action” to prevent further loss of lives and property and to restore confidence among the people.
The abduction has heightened insecurity concerns in Kajuru, a local government that has witnessed repeated attacks by criminal elements in recent years.
However, community leaders are urging swift deployment of security personnel to the area to forestall further attacks.
