Incident
Overview
In
Zamfara State, eight National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members were kidnapped,
including Bassey Daniel, an indigene of Akwa Ibom State. The abductors are
demanding a ₦50 million ransom for his release, while the other seven have been
freed.
Family's
Plea
Mother's
Desperation:
- Mrs.
Margaret Daniel: A petty trader who sells akara
and bread, expressed her inability to raise the ransom.
- Emotional
Struggle: She recounted her hardships in
raising her son alone after his father passed away when Bassey was just
three years old.
Family's
Appeal:
- Request
for Help: Mrs. Daniel has appealed to the Akwa
Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, NYSC officials, and security agencies
for assistance in securing her son’s release.
- Community's
Support: Another family member, Mr. Imoh,
acknowledged the efforts of the security agencies and NYSC management and
reiterated the plea for help.
Background
Information
Previous
Releases:
- Earlier
Victims: The other abducted NYSC members have
been released, including a female victim who regained her freedom on June
12, 2024, allegedly after a ransom was paid by her relatives.
Conclusion
The family of Bassey Daniel continues to seek assistance from the government and the public to ensure his safe return. The situation highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by citizens in certain parts of Nigeria and the impact on the families of the victims.
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