Summary
On January 18, gunmen attacked Kurmin Wali, a village in Nigeria's Kaduna State, kidnapping 177 people. Although initially denied by officials, the national police confirmed the abduction days later and launched a rescue operation. Despite police presence, nearly a quarter of the village's population remains missing.
Key Facts
- On January 18, armed gunmen attacked the village of Kurmin Wali in Nigeria's Kaduna State.
- The attackers used AK47 rifles and broke into homes and churches to kidnap people.
- A total of 177 villagers were taken; 11 managed to escape.
- Some officials initially denied the incident, calling it false reporting.
- The national police later confirmed the attack and began a security operation to rescue the victims.
- The village now has a police presence, but residents feel it is insufficient for protection.
- The government committed to establishing permanent safety measures for the villagers.
