Terrorists believed to be kidnappers have launched an attack on El-Rufai Estate in Bwari Area Council, Abuja.
The assailants who stormed the estate on Wednesday shot sporadically.
Nathaniel, a resident, was shot in the melee as the gunmen engaged in a fierce 30-minute gun battle with the FCT Police Command.
However, the police successfully foiled the kidnappers’ attempt to abduct multiple residents.
Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the incident saying, “Yes, it is true.”
Folarin Kehinde is an Abuja-based journalist with over 5 years of experience in journalism. His work has earned him national and international recognition across various beats, including environment, health and politics.
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