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| Rarara’s Mother Freed After 20 Days in Captivity |
Hajiya Hauwa’u Adamu, the mother of renowned Hausa singer Dauda Adamu, known as Rarara, has been released by bandits after 20 days in captivity.
A source close to the family confirmed that the elderly woman was freed and subsequently taken to a hospital in Abuja, where she is currently receiving medical care.
The source mentioned that her health had deteriorated due to high blood pressure at the time of her abduction, and her condition worsened during her captivity.
The news of her release sparked celebrations in Kahutu village, the singer’s hometown in Danja local government area of Katsina State.
According to Daily Trust, the armed men who kidnapped her had broken into Kahutu about three weeks ago.
Residents expressed their joy over her release. Habib Isyaka said, “I am so happy today that Mama has finally regained her freedom. I am happy our mother has returned to us. Though I haven’t seen her yet, you cannot imagine my feelings. Honestly, today I am happy.”
Another resident, Ibrahim Bello Na Kahutu, added, “I cannot express my feelings today. I am praying for her quick recovery because I learned she is seriously ill. I want to use this opportunity to congratulate my brother Rarara on Mama’s release. We, the people of Kahutu village, are happy with this development.”
Initially, the bandits had demanded a ransom of N1 billion.
