Summary
Gunmen kidnapped at least 20 people, including a pastor, his wife, and a bride with her bridesmaids, in two separate attacks in Nigeria. The incidents took place in different states, with attackers targeting a church in Kogi state and a wedding gathering in Sokoto state. While authorities are trying to locate the kidnappers, there is debate over whether criminal gangs or jihadist groups are responsible.
Key Facts
- Gunmen kidnapped around 20 people in two separate attacks in Nigeria.
- In Kogi state, attackers took a pastor, his wife, and several worshippers from a church.
- In Sokoto state, a bride and her bridesmaids were kidnapped as they prepared for a wedding.
- Schools and places of worship have increasingly become targets for kidnappings.
- It is unclear if criminal gangs or jihadist groups carried out these attacks.
- Kogi state officials confirmed the attack but did not confirm the exact number of people kidnapped.
- Paying ransoms is illegal in Nigeria, but it is believed that such payments continue.
- The security situation in Nigeria is drawing international attention, with discussions about the safety of various communities.
