By DAYO ADESULU
Tension has risen sharply in Kano State after terrorists invaded two neighbouring villages late on Sunday, abducting no fewer than 20 residents—mostly women and girls. The attack, which occurred around 11 p.m. on November 24, 2025, targeted the quiet communities of Sundu and Biresawa in Tsayanwa Local Government Area, leaving families in panic and authorities racing to verify the exact number of missing persons.
Fresh Abductions in Kano Hours After Kwara Release
The incident came only hours after the same terror network reportedly freed 38 abducted worshippers in Kwara State. Residents told The Cheer News that the latest strike appeared coordinated and deliberate, as gunmen stormed both communities almost simultaneously.
Eyewitnesses described the attackers as heavily armed, moving in motorcycles and firing sporadically to scare residents into submission. Several villagers fled into nearby bushes, while those unable to escape—mostly women, girls, and elderly persons—were rounded up and taken away.
Conflicting Figures, But At Least 20 Confirmed Missing
Although authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the exact number of abducted victims, early intelligence gathered by The Cheer News indicates that about 20 people were forcefully taken from both villages. Local vigilantes, who were among the first responders, confirmed that the abductors concentrated on homes where men were absent or outnumbered.
Community leaders say the crime scenes reflect a planned operation, noting that the gunmen carefully targeted clusters of houses before disappearing into a forest corridor that links parts of Kano to neighbouring northern states.
Survivors Recount Terrifying Attack
Residents who witnessed the attack said the terrorists moved quietly at first, then unleashed heavy gunfire once they gained access. Mothers were separated from their children, while young girls were dragged out of hiding places. “They selected mostly women,” a villager recounted, explaining that many men had fled earlier due to previous threats.
Another resident described how families hid in the dark, hoping the attackers would bypass their homes. “We could hear them breaking down doors,” he said. “They spoke in hushed tones, as if they already had a list.”
Security Concerns Rise Across North-West
The abduction marks another troubling escalation in insecurity across the North-West, especially as terrorists appear to be moving swiftly between states. Analysts warn that the back-to-back incidents in Kwara and Kano may signal a renewed wave of coordinated attacks targeting vulnerable communities.
Security experts say the attackers often exploit poorly manned rural areas and rely on surprise night raids to overwhelm communities before local vigilantes can mobilise. With the Kano abductions occurring just hours after the Kwara victims regained freedom, residents fear the bandits may be regrouping and expanding their operations.
Authorities Yet to Make Official Comment
As of press time, security agencies had not released an official statement confirming the number of victims or providing details on rescue operations. However, multiple security sources hinted that the military and police units in Kano have begun combing suspected hideouts in nearby forest clusters.
Community leaders from Sundu and Biresawa have appealed for immediate intervention from the state government, describing the situation as a humanitarian and security emergency.
A Region Demanding Urgent Protection
The attack on Sundu and Biresawa adds to a troubling list of abductions across northern Nigeria this year. Villagers say they feel abandoned and exposed, insisting that only sustained military presence can prevent a repeat of such night raids.
For now, families of the abducted women and girls wait anxiously, praying for swift rescue efforts and hoping their loved ones are brought home safely.
FACTS & FIGURES
Date of attack: November 24, 2025
Time: Around 11 p.m.
State: Kano
Local Government: Tsayanwa LGA
Communities attacked: Sundu and Biresawa
Number abducted: At least 20 (unofficial but credible preliminary estimate)
Victim profile: Mostly women and girls
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