Armed attackers invaded the Ijalu area of Egbe in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State on Wednesday evening, abducting a woman and her toddler. The victims were identified as Mrs. Idowu Kemi Titilayo and her young child, taken during a raid near the Solid Rock School axis. Community sources reported the assailants stormed the area at about dusk, firing sporadically and causing widespread panic. Residents fled as the armed group operated unchallenged for several minutes before escaping with the victims.
A local resident, speaking anonymously for safety, described the suddenness of the attack and the inability of people to resist due to the attackers' heavy weaponry. "The terrorists came suddenly and everybody started running. They were heavily armed and people could not confront them. They abducted Mrs. Kemi and her little child and disappeared into the surrounding area before help could come," the source said. The incident has heightened anxiety in the community, with residents expressing fear over recurring attacks.
Another community source said the abduction has created serious tension, adding that such incidents are becoming too frequent. "People are afraid because these attacks are becoming too frequent. We are appealing to security agencies to act quickly and rescue the woman and her child," the source said. This development follows a previous report by SaharaReporters on a deadly abduction in Kwara State, where five worshippers from the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Omugo, Oro Ago District were taken during an attack. Sources indicated that at least five abductees died in captivity, including the wife of Pastor Omole. An escapee from the kidnappers' hideout reportedly provided the information on the fatalities.
Mrs. Idowu Kemi Titilayo was abducted with her toddler hours after a Kwara church attack victim's death in captivity was confirmed, yet no security reinforcement followed. The same pattern of silence after abduction announcements continues despite known risks. Residents now fear both the attackers and the absence of timely intervention. The delay between attacks and response leaves communities exposed to repeated violence.
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