Ten guests were kidnapped from the White Hill Hotel in Niger State by bandits posing as EFCC officials early on February 27, 2025. The armed group disabled CCTV cameras and entered rooms, abducting guests. Police investigations are ongoing, with calls for public vigilance in reporting suspicious activities to enhance safety.
In Niger State, suspected bandits disguised as officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have kidnapped ten guests from the White Hill Hotel located on Shiroro Road in Chanchaga Local Government Area. This incident reportedly took place at approximately 4:58 a.m. on February 27, 2025, as detailed by security analyst Zagazola Makama based on intelligence reports.
The armed individuals invaded the hotel, falsely representing themselves as EFCC agents conducting an official operation. Sources indicate that the perpetrators disabled the hotel’s CCTV systems prior to forcibly entering guests’ rooms, leading to the abduction of ten individuals who have since been taken to an undisclosed location.
The Assistant Commissioner of Police of the State Intelligence Department (Acpol SID) stated that investigations are currently underway to identify the culprits and locate the abducted victims. There is a strong emphasis on community vigilance, urging the public to report any suspicious activities as authorities accelerate their investigative efforts regarding this incident.
The abduction of hotel guests in Niger State by armed individuals posing as EFCC officials raises significant security concerns. Authorities are actively investigating the incident, emphasizing the importance of public vigilance in reporting suspicious activities. This event underlines the persistent security challenges faced in the region and the need for proactive measures to ensure the safety of citizens.
Original Source: dailytrust.com
