Pregnant Woman Abducted In Kaduna

Bandits have reportedly demanded N500 million for the release of Jamila, a pregnant woman abducted in Millennium City, Kaduna State, with the victim expressing fears for her life while still in captivity. The development has renewed calls for urgent intervention by security agencies and government authorities to secure her release and ensure her safety and that of her unborn child. A local security reporter, Bakatsine, raised the alarm in a post, urging Nigerians and relevant authorities to turn their attention to Jamila following the reported release of Ahmed Zakka and his young family from captivity.Buy Maps “Since Ahmed Zakka and his young family regained their freedom, we must also remember Jamila, the pregnant woman still being held by bandits after her abduction in Millennium City, Kaduna State,” Bakatsine wrote. According to the security reporter, the abductors have contacted Jamila’s husband and demanded N500 million as ransom for her release. The circumstances surrounding her abduction and the date she was taken away were not immediately available. Bakatsine also disclosed that Jamila had reportedly sent a distressing message expressing fears for her life while appealing for urgent efforts to secure her freedom. “In a heartbreaking message, Jamila reportedly expressed fears for her life,” the reporter stated. The continued detention of the pregnant woman has triggered appeals for coordinated efforts to rescue her before her condition deteriorates. Bakatsine called on government authorities, security agencies and other individuals capable of assisting in the rescue operation to take urgent steps to ensure her safe return. “Please, we need to turn our attention now to her too. We appeal collectively to the authorities, security agencies and everyone who can help to do everything possible to secure her safe rescue,” the reporter added. Emphasising the urgency of the situation, Bakatsine noted that Jamila’s pregnancy makes her continued captivity particularly concerning, as she may require medical attention and adequate care. “Jamila is pregnant and needs urgent help. Her family is waiting for her, and her unborn baby deserves a chance at life,” he said. The reported N500 million ransom demand highlights the financial pressure facing the family as they seek to secure her release. However, it was not immediately clear whether the family had reported the incident to the police or other security agencies, or whether any rescue operation had commenced. Kaduna State has continued to face security challenges, including kidnappings for ransom, with victims and their families often subjected to prolonged uncertainty as they negotiate for their release.