The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the release of the 28 children who were abducted by terrorists on Monday morning at Kasai village, in Batsari Local Council of the state.
The victims, all girls of primary school age were abducted on Monday when they went into farmlands and bushes to fetch firewood.
Spokesperson for the command, ASP Abubakar Aliyu, who confirmed the development yesterday, said their release followed a concerted effort by the command in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
“Upon receipt of the report, the command swung into action and launched an investigation to rescue the victims as well as arrest the perpetrators,” he said.
Also, a source from the area who pleaded anonymity, confirmed the release of the abducted children but couldn’t say if ransom was paid before they were set free.
