Six People Abducted in Midnight Raid on Kaduna Estate

Six abducted in midnight raid on Kaduna estate

Shortly after midnight on 27 October 2026, individuals believed to be abductors infiltrated the Nuru Suraj Estate located in the Millennium City district of Kaduna metropolis. The attackers entered through the estate’s second gate, fired sporadically and seized six residents, including two secondary‑school students aged 14 and 13. Two elderly women who were also taken were released by the assailants because of their age. The victims were taken from two neighbouring houses. One of the abducted was a man, his wife and their two children. The incident was witnessed by residents who described the attackers as having stormed the houses and fled with the captives to an unknown destination. The raid has left the community in panic and has prompted calls for urgent action from the families of the missing.

Background

Nuru Suraj Estate is part of Millennium City, a residential area on the outskirts of Kaduna that has experienced repeated kidnapping incidents. Earlier in October, on 6th, a family of three from Alrahus Estate was abducted but later rescued. Following police operations conducted on 12 October, eight suspected abductors and four alleged informants were detained, during which AK‑47 rifles were seized. The current incident follows a pattern of attacks that have raised concerns over the security situation in the area. The Kaduna State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement, though a senior security officer confirmed that an investigation has begun. The Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Rabiu, and his team reportedly visited the community to assess the situation.

Why it matters

The abduction of six residents, including two schoolchildren, has intensified fears among residents of Millennium City. Families such as that of Abdullahi Wada, whose two grandchildren were taken, are demanding swift action to secure the release of the captives. The incident also underscores the ongoing challenge of kidnapping in the region, with previous attacks resulting in both abductions and killings. The release of two elderly women by the kidnappers, while a small detail, highlights the selective nature of the attacks and the potential for targeted violence. The lack of an immediate police response has further eroded confidence in local security forces.

What happens next

According to the reports, the investigation into the raid has commenced, but no definitive statement from the Kaduna State Police Command has been issued as of the time of reporting. Community leaders and the families of the victims are pressing authorities to act swiftly to ensure the freedom of those who remain held captive. No further details on the location of the captives or the identity of the kidnappers have been released.