Family alleges abduction, forced religious conversion of 15-year-old girl in Kano

The family of a 15-year-old Christian girl, Ummi Tambaya, has raised the alarm over her reported disappearance in Kano State, alleging that she was abducted by youths in her community and forcefully converted to Islam.

According to the family, Ummi went missing under circumstances they described as suspicious, prompting concerns about her safety and whereabouts.

They claim that the abduction was carried out by individuals within the community and allege the complicity of some local religious authorities in her alleged conversion.

The family has called on relevant security agencies and government authorities to urgently investigate the matter and ensure that the teenager is located and reunited with her family.

They also appealed for respect for freedom of religion and the protection of minors, stressing that no individual should be coerced into adopting a faith against their will.

The incident has sparked reactions on social media, with users expressing divergent views on religious freedom, consent, and the rights of minors.

While some commentators argued that individuals should be allowed to practice their faith without coercion, others urged caution and called for a thorough investigation to establish the facts surrounding the case

As of the time of filing this report, Kano State authorities and security agencies had yet to issue an official statement on the allegations.

The situation continues to draw public attention, with calls for transparency, accountability, and adherence to the rule of law.