Thirty-seven residents abducted by terrorists from Ariko Community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State have denied reports claiming that the government paid N1 billion and handed over 30 Honda motorcycles to secure their release, insisting that they remain in captivity after spending over 70 days in the bush.

SaharaReporters gathered that the victims were kidnapped on April 23, 2026, and regained their freedom on Tuesday evening after spending several weeks in captivity.

Thirty-seven residents abducted by terrorists from Ariko Community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State have denied reports claiming that the government paid N1 billion…