Kidnappers who abducted 39 children at Mai Ruwa Community in Katsina State have reached out to their relatives to demand N30 million ransom to set them free.
We had earlier reported that the kidnappers stormed the farm on October 30 and whisked away the children. They have contacted the wealthy owner of the farm and are asking for N30 million ransom.
One of the locals who pledged anonymity said ;
“The farm owner was lucky not to be around when the assailants came calling. Only his farm supervisor and the children were on the farm and they have called some of the parents asking for N30m ransom. They are also insisting that they must speak with the farm owner. Maybe to also demand for ransom before they allow him to continue harvesting his farm produce''
Confirming the report, the spokesperson of Katsina Police Command, SP Gambo Isa said the command was on top of the matter as efforts are ongoing to rescue the victims.
“Yes, we are aware of the development and we are not leaving any stone unturn to ensure their rescue,” Gambo said
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