Residents of Sabon Layi Babban Mutu, Katsina State, took direct action against bandits. This followed the abduction of 30 villagers. The bandits had demanded a hefty ₦100 million ransom for each captive.
Community Takes Decisive Action
The abductors held the villagers captive for several days. They pressured the community to pay. Eyewitnesses reported residents retaliated. They abducted relatives of the bandits. Villagers warned the bandits. Detained family members would face harm. This would happen if the captives were not freed. A tense standoff ensued. Both groups awaited a resolution.
Ultimately, the bandits freed all abducted villagers. No ransom was paid. Reports also suggest each freed resident received ₦30,000. This money covered their journey home.
Public Reacts to Community’s Bold Move
The event sparked widespread social media discussions. Users expressed shock. They debated the implications of the villagers’ actions.
@MikeDoesMoney: “Which means, all these terrorists are known ?”
@Kinging_SZN: “Going Aura 4 Aura with bandit is crazy.”
@dii_imma: “They tried to lie that the terrorists are not Nigerians and are imported. Can you imagine.?!!”
@dkelvin33: “I have always maintained that if we carry arms and start going band for band with these terrorists, they will never kidnap anybody again in their lives. Even Gumi will be the one crying for foreign intervention!”
Reactions were mixed. Many Nigerians argued the event showed deep community frustration. This frustration stems from persistent insecurity.
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“True life story in Katsina: Terrorists kidnapped 30 villagers and demanded ₦100m each. The villagers then kidnapped families of the terrorists in return. They warned the terrorists of lethal consequences. This made the terrorists release the hostages.”
— OurFaveOnlineDoc (November 24, 2025)
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