Bandits Storm Kaduna Hospital, Kidnap Popular Nurses

Kaduna State has once again been gripped by fear after a group of heavily armed bandits stormed a Primary Health Care Center (PHC) in the Layin Dan Auta village, Kuyello Ward of Birnin Gwari Area, abducting an unknown number of nurses. The attack, which took place recently, has left the community in shock, as insecurity continues to plague the region.

Ejes Gist News Nigeria reports that the bandits initially targeted a nearby school, likely expecting to find students. However, after discovering the school empty, the assailants redirected their attack to the PHC, where nurses were present on duty. The local leader, who spoke under the condition of anonymity, confirmed the incident, describing the situation as alarming.

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“They arrived in the area and went straight to a nearby school, thinking they would find students. However, the school was empty, so they proceeded to the PHC in Kuyello and abducted the nurses on duty,” the source said.

Local youth leader Baba Isah, who also verified the event, stated that two nurses were on duty during the attack. However, it remains unclear whether any patients were taken hostage, as the majority had already left the facility before the bandits arrived.

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The abduction has heightened concerns about the safety of health workers and residents in Kaduna, a state that has faced recurring attacks by criminal groups. The Birnin Gwari Area, in particular, has become a hotspot for banditry, with communities and institutions being regular targets.

As of the time of this report, there has been no official response from either the Kaduna State Government or the Nigeria Police Force. Residents of the area have called for urgent security interventions to prevent further incidents and ensure the safe return of the abducted nurses.

The attack is the latest in a string of kidnappings that continue to challenge authorities in northern Nigeria, where insecurity has disrupted daily life, healthcare delivery, and education.