Bandits collect ransom after k!lling former Kaduna Education Secretary

Bandits k!lled abducted retired teacher and former Education Secretary of Kajuru Local Government in Kaduna State, Samuel Abi Dangiwa and went ahead to collect ransom from his family a month after his d3ath. LIB reported that Dangiwa was abducted along with six others from Kufana village on the Kaduna-Kachia Road on Monday, 15 September 2025.  The tragic development was confirmed by a community leader and associate of the deceased, Chief Suleiman Gambo Maro, who disclosed that Dangiwa had been k!lled a month before his family fulfilled the ransom demands.  In a statement, titled: After Dangiwa, What Next? Chief Maro described the abduction and k!lling of the deceased as a devastating blow to the Kajuru community, adding that the incident reflects deeper issues of insecurity, political exclusion, and long-standing government neglect” “The most devastating revelation, however, was that he had already been k!lled a month before ransom was even paid, Maro said.  “His family, acting out of desperation and hope, unknowingly fulfilled the demands of criminals while their father lay buried beneath the earth.  He recounted Dangiwa’s years of public service, noting that he served as Education Secretary for a decade, during which he earned widespread respect for what locals describe as fairness and dedication. Chief Maro said the community urged Dangiwa to enter politics, believing he was the most credible and qualified candidate to represent them.  Chief Maro called for urgent action and accountability, emphasising that the unresolved m8rder had heightened despair in the community.  “Allowing the k!lling of Dangiwa to go unanswered would deepen frustration and despair among residents, he stated.  Kajuru deserves justice, proper representation, and restored dignity. This begins with uncovering the truth behind Dangiwas m8rder and holding those responsible accountable,” he concluded.   The post Bandits collect ransom after k!lling former Kaduna Education Secretary appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.