Former Nysc DG Tsiga remembers that kidnappers used victims as shields, try to kill him with a rocket

He further stated that they had to survive scorpions and snakes while in the woods. Tsiga also revealed that the kidnappers used their victims as human shields when they saw planes approaching. The newly released former director-general of the National Youth Service Corps, Maharazu Tsiga, told the painful conditions he endured during his time in captivity. According to The Punch, Tsiga told how he and other kidnapping victims survived attacks of hyenas and snakes while handing over to national security adviser Nuhu Ribadu. “A day before I left there, that is, the day before, on the mountain where I stayed, unexpectedly, we looked around and saw Hiensas parading, looking for food. And what kind of food? We, people, ‘he said. He further stated that they had to survive scorpions and snakes while in the woods. Tsiga also revealed that the kidnappers used their victims as human shields when they saw planes approaching. “When they are sincerely attacked, they brought us forward so that the plane could target us. But you know, God is merciful. The NSA said it, and the CDS said it – the good will continue to live, ‘he said. He also shared how the kidnappers tried to kill him by placing a rocket next to him while he was sleeping, but he was fortunate to escape unharmed. “They wore that rocket to where I slept and hid it there, so I immediately woke up and touched it, it would explode. But God is merciful, ‘he said. Tsiga noted that the kidnappers believe that uniform government officials always have access to money, which has led them to break into his home with explosives. “They claimed that some of us are in uniform, and that the government should always keep money for us. And that’s why they tried to open my house. They couldn’t, and they had to use explosives to break into my home, ‘he said. He added: “They do not fear God. They tell you not to call God for them – just give them money. But immediately they see aircraft, even their cows start running. ‘ Tsiga also revealed that food was provided only once a week, while Tuwo Dawa was offered the only meal. “I am hypotensive, and the only thing they could use was salt. Even if you are not a doctor, you know that there are foods that people with hypertension should not eat. Look at me now; I can’t climb on these steps. It’s all because of the salt and the beats we endured, ‘he said. He emphasized the need for shared responsibility in national security and said: ‘We should not sit down and believe that the government can do it alone. We must contribute. Safety is a collective responsibility. ‘ Saharan Porters reported earlier that the National Counter had handed over Terrorism Center – along with 18 other saved kidnapping victims to Ribadu. The handover took place in Abuja on Thursday. At the event, Ribadu praised the efforts of the security forces and intelligence agencies involved in the rescue operation. He emphasized the Nigerian government’s commitment to improving national security and ensured the safety of all citizens. Saharan Porters previously reported that the kidnappers of former NYSC Director-General demanded a ransom of N250m for its release. General Tsiga was abducted when numerous armed men stormed his home in Katsina state. The attackers allegedly surrounded the house and started breaking doors, asking the retired general to walk outside and confront them.