Armed bandits launched a deadly attack on a mosque in Unguwan Namama village, Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State, resulting in the death of one worshipper and the abduction of several others. The incident occurred on the night of Friday, May 29, 2026.
Details of the Attack
According to reports, the assailants stormed the mosque at approximately 8 p.m. and opened fire on worshippers, causing panic and chaos. Several individuals sustained gunshot wounds and were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
The deceased worshipper has been identified as Adamu Ibraheem. His relative, Abubakar Abdullahi, confirmed the tragic event in a message sent to the media on Monday, June 1.
Eyewitness Accounts
Sources indicated that the bandits laid siege to the area while prayers were ongoing. As worshippers exited the mosque, the attackers began shooting indiscriminately, triggering a stampede. The exact number of those abducted and injured remains unknown as of the time of filing this report.
Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, and security forces have been deployed to the area to prevent further attacks. The community is in mourning, and residents are calling for increased security measures to protect vulnerable villages.
