Suspected Bandits Impersonate EFCC Officials to Abduct Hotel Guests in Niger

Suspected bandits disguised as EFCC operatives abducted ten guests from the White Hill Hotel in Niger State early on February 27, 2025. The attackers disabled surveillance cameras and proceeded to remove individuals from their rooms. Investigations are in progress, with authorities urging public vigilance.

Recent reports indicate that suspected bandits impersonated officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to carry out an abduction at the White Hill Hotel located on Shiroro Road in the Chanchaga Local Government Area of Niger State. The incident transpired around 4:58 a.m. on February 27, 2025, as the armed assailants entered the hotel under the guise of an official operation.

Eyewitness accounts reveal that the perpetrators disabled the hotel’s CCTV system before systematically entering the guests’ rooms and forcibly abducting ten individuals. The hotel management and local authorities were taken by surprise, and investigations are currently underway to apprehend the criminals and secure the release of the victims.

The Assistant Commissioner of Police from the State Intelligence Department has confirmed that investigative efforts are ongoing to identify the culprits. In light of these events, the public has been urged to remain alert and to report any suspicious activities to assist law enforcement in enhancing security measures in the area.

This alarming incident highlights the audacity of bandits posing as government officials to exploit unsuspecting citizens. The ongoing investigations aim to uncover the details of the abduction and ensure the safety of the victims. As authorities work diligently to resolve the situation, community vigilance remains paramount.

Original Source: dailytrust.com