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Three Zamfara clerics kidnapped en path to a prayer session for President Tinubu rescued by safety forces

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Three Zamfara clerics kidnapped en route to a prayer session for President Tinubu rescued by security forces

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the Department of State Services (DSS), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, have rescued three Islamic clerics kidnapped whereas travelling to attend a particular prayer session for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Zamfara State.

The victims have been amongst six Imams kidnapped on September 12, 2026, when closely armed bandits intercepted them at about 11:30 a.m. alongside the Dakko-Damri feeder highway, close to Sububu Forest in Bakura Local Government Area, about three kilometres from Damri village, at Gidan Suleiman Bature.

The clerics have been reportedly travelling to Talata Mafara for a particular prayer gathering in search of divine steering and favour for President Tinubu’s administration and political future.

Following the kidnapping, the abductors reportedly demanded a ransom of 30 million naira for his or her launch.

A senior safety operative concerned within the operation confirmed in Gusau that three of the clerics have been rescued unhurt following a collection of intelligence-led operations.

The rescued clerics subsequently underwent medical examinations and safety debriefings. They are stated to be in steady situation and are anticipated to be formally handed over to the Zamfara State Government for reunification with their households.

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