July 11, (THEWILL) – The Emir of Kajuru, Alhaji Alhassan Adamu, has been abducted by bandits who attacked his residence in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Spokeman of the State Police Command, Muhammed Jalige, in a statement on Sunday, said the Emir was abducted alongside 10 other persons.
He, however, said a manhunt has already been launched to rescue the Emir and others unhurt.
A source close to the Emir told newsmen that the bandits stormed the traditional ruler’s residence around 12am on Sunday, shooting sporadically.
The bandits were reported to have whisked away other persons, including family members and aides of the Emir, women and children.
Another source said three women, two of the Emir’s grandchildren and three of his aides were among those kidnapped.
It was learnt the incident occurred less than 24 hours after the Emir summoned a security meeting where he hinted of a plot to kidnap him.
