Bandits have reportedly killed an abducted National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Musa Usman Abba, despite payment of N10 million ransom for his release.
Recall that Abba, a graduate of Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, where he studied Plant Science and Biotechnology, was abducted on January 9, 2026, while travelling from Gusau to Sokoto State.
The abductors later contacted the family, demanding N10 million for his release.
However, as the family struggled to raise the money, the criminals released a video torturing the NYSC members and threatened to kill him
In the video, Abba, who was visibly in agony, appealed to family, friends, and relatives to come to his aid and deliver the ransom.
“Please help me, for God’s sake, please help my life. I may soon die in this situation,” he cried, gasping between blows.
He invoked religious appeals in an attempt to reach whatever humanity remained in his captors.
“For the sake of Allah, please help me. For the sake of Prophet Muhammad, please help me,” he implored repeatedly. His pleas went unanswered.
The family later raised the N10 million ransom with the help of relatives and other well-meaning Nigerians.
However, in a fresh update from the family on Thursday, the family disclosed that communication with the abductors stopped completely after the ransom was paid, raising fears that the corps member may have been killed.
According to the family sources, the abductors had earlier demanded additional items, including motorcycles, after receiving the initial payment.
However, the family said it had decided not to meet any further demands following the sudden halt in communication from the kidnappers.
“Since receiving the N10 million ransom payment, Abba’s abductors have completely cut off all communication with the family,” said the sources.
It added that, in view of the development, the family had concluded arrangements to observe his funeral prayer in absentia in accordance with Islamic rites.
“Abba’s family are preparing to hold his Janaza prayer (Gha’ib) on Friday, March 6, in accordance with Islamic rules,” the family added.
The family also expressed appreciation to individuals and groups who supported them during the ordeal.
“Abba’s family wishes to express profound gratitude to everyone who offered support, prayers, donations and kind words during this difficult period.
“May the Almighty reward your generosity abundantly,” they said.
They added that the family continued to pray that if the corps member was still alive, he would regain his freedom soon.
“If he has passed on, may Allah forgive his shortcomings, accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus,” the family member said.
Meanwhile, the police authourities in the state are yet to react to the development as of press time.
