Suspected Bandits Abduct Hotel Guests in Niger, Posing as EFCC Officials

Ten individuals were abducted by suspected bandits impersonating EFCC officers at White Hill Hotel in Niger State on February 27, 2025. The armed men disabled CCTV and forcibly took guests from their rooms. Investigations are ongoing, and the public is advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

In a troubling incident in Niger State, suspected bandits masquerading as officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) abducted ten individuals from the White Hill Hotel, located on Shiroro Road within the Chanchaga Local Government Area. According to security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, this act of abduction took place at approximately 4:58 a.m. on February 27, 2025, as reported by intelligence sources.

The armed assailants stormed the hotel while claiming to be conducting an official operation for the EFCC. It was reported that the perpetrators disabled the hotel’s CCTV cameras before systematically entering the rooms of guests and forcibly taking ten individuals to an undisclosed location. This alarming incident has raised serious concerns regarding the safety of hotel guests in the area.

Assistant Commissioner of Police from the State Intelligence Department has confirmed that investigations are currently underway to identify the criminals involved and to recover the abducted victims. Makama emphasized the importance of public vigilance, urging citizens to report any suspicious activities as authorities continue to unravel the details of this attack.

This incident reflects significant security challenges within Niger State, particularly the alarming trend of bandits impersonating law enforcement officials to perpetrate violence. Ongoing investigations aim to shed light on this brazen attack, with local authorities encouraging community engagement to enhance security and prevent future occurrences. The public’s awareness and prompt reporting of suspicious activities will be crucial in aiding law enforcement’s efforts to track down the suspects and ensure the safety of citizens.

Original Source: dailytrust.com