KAREN BANA

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The kidnapping of Kashim Baba, a prominent legislator, has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, gripping the nation with fear and disbelief. The audacious abduction took place right at his residence, near a mosque where he had just prayed, leaving worshippers and residents stunned. How could gunmen breach such a secure location? The news has dominated radio, television, and newspapers, amplifying public outrage and concern. Inside Kashim Baba’s home, his wife, Hajiya Ummah Diamond, lies unconscious, tended by two young men, while their son, Ja’abit, weeps uncontrollably, pleading for his father’s safe return.

At the Nigerian Army Headquarters in Abuja, the atmosphere is tense with activity. Soldiers and officers, from top commanders to junior staff, are focused on resolving this high-profile case. A sleek Lexus pulls up, and out steps Lieutenant General Maleek Taufiq, a young, charismatic officer in his early thirties, clad in a crisp military uniform. Known as a fearless and honest soldier, his presence commands respect, and his piercing gaze silences even the boldest. As he strides toward the meeting hall, soldiers salute, and his aura leaves no room for doubt—he is a man of action.

Inside the conference room, a heated discussion unfolds among Nigeria’s elite—politicians and military leaders. Alhaji Atiku and others, including Ibrahim Nera and Isa Tanbuwal, debate a sinister plot, suggesting an “accident” to eliminate Maleek, whose sharp intellect and past actions threaten to expose their secrets. Isa Hasarara supports the idea, noting Maleek’s cunning makes him a formidable obstacle. Unaware of their schemes, Maleek enters the compound, greeted by salutes and the intense gaze of Captain Ihsan Fandallah, a young female officer secretly infatuated with him. Her admiration is unreciprocated, as Maleek remains indifferent to all women, focused solely on his duty.

In his office, Maleek reviews critical files on the kidnapping, handed to him by his aide, Joy, who swiftly follows orders. Ihsan, trailing behind, is locked out when the office door shuts, fueling her frustration at Maleek’s aloofness. He examines the documents with precision, signs them, and instructs Joy to deliver them to Jawad, his personal assistant. Alone, Maleek accesses a secure system, his calm demeanor masking the weight of the case. With a subtle smile, he murmurs, “Kashigo hannu,” signaling his readiness to tackle the crisis, unaware of the betrayal brewing among those around him.

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