3-Year-Old Girl Kidnapped and Killed by Her Cousin in Katsina

June 16, 2021 · Crime

Residents of Katsina were horrified after police confirmed that a three-year-old girl was kidnapped and killed by her cousin. Investigators said the suspect confessed to abducting the child for ransom but later murdered her. The case sparked outrage and condemnation across the state, with community leaders describing it as deeply disturbing. Security agencies promised to prosecute the suspect fully. Child rights advocates urged stronger family awareness and preventive measures to address rising incidents of domestic-related crimes in Nigeria.