In a horrifying turn of events, terrorists in Zamfara State have killed 38 hostages after collecting a ₦50 million ransom. The news, reported by Nigeria Stories on X, has sent shockwaves across the country, reigniting fears about the worsening security crisis in northern Nigeria. The victims, who were held captive for weeks, were reportedly executed despite the ransom being paid in full. This incident underscores the growing impunity of armed groups operating in the region and the failure of authorities to protect vulnerable communities. Citizens have taken to social media to express grief and outrage, with many calling for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s security architecture. The massacre is one of the deadliest in recent months and raises serious questions about the effectiveness of ransom negotiations and the government’s ability to respond to terrorist threats.