Students and staff members of the Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, who were abducted by bandits seven months ago, have been released.
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The victims were kidnapped during a bandit attack in the Gusau area in February 2024. Their release was confirmed on Monday by security analyst Zagazola Makama, who shared the update via X (formerly Twitter).

While details about their release remain unclear, including whether a ransom was paid, Makama noted that security forces played a key role in securing their freedom.
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“All abducted students and staff of Federal University Gusau have been released and are in good health,” Makama stated.

The victims’ ordeal marks one of the latest in a series of abductions that have plagued northern Nigeria.
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