Justice Faruku Bunza of the Kebbi State High Court has been freed after spending time in captivity.The judge was taken on July 26 from his residence along Zogirma Road in Bunza Local Government Area.
According to reports, the abduction occurred shortly after he returned home from a trip to Sokoto.Security operatives and relevant authorities were said to have been involved in efforts to secure his release. Details of how he regained freedom have not been made public.
Bunza’s release has been confirmed by officials, bringing relief to colleagues in the judiciary and residents of the area who had expressed concern over his safety.The Kebbi State Government and security agencies have not released further information on the incident. Investigations into the abduction are expected to continue.
