Mosque Raid in Nigeria Leaves Dozens Abducted | Canberra News

Armed bandits launched a brazen, coordinated attack on a mosque in Nigeria’s Niger State during Friday prayers, abducting over 60 worshippers—marking yet another chilling escalation in the region’s ongoing crisis of mass kidnappings. While authorities scramble to confirm details and launch rescue efforts, locals report the assault targeted not just villages but sacred spaces, underscoring the terrifying reach of these criminal gangs. Thankfully, no lives were lost, though some were wounded in the chaos. This grim event serves as a stark reminder of the daily peril faced by communities in northwestern and north-central Nigeria. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8eb9c858cbc311aa