Kidnapped 13-year-old lady dies hours after launch by bandits in Kaduna

Bandits have launched 13-year-old Hassana Bulus, who was kidnapped alongside others in Awon village, Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, on April 20, 2026.

However, the younger lady died a number of hours after her launch whereas receiving therapy at a well being facility in Kachia.

Former Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to late Kaduna State Governor Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa, Mr Reuben Buhari, who confirmed the event on his verified Facebook web page on Thursday, mentioned the lady spent a number of months within the kidnappers’ den earlier than she was launched.

According to Buhari, Hassana was kidnapped from her house alongside others on April 20 and brought into the bush.

“For seven long months, this little girl was held captive in the bush, enduring pain and horrors no 13-year-old should ever have to see, let alone live through.

“She was lastly freed on November 2 and brought to a hospital in Kachia. On November 3, just some hours after tasting freedom, she died. May her light soul relaxation in peace,” he wrote.