The Sokoto Police Command spokesperson, Ahmad Rufai, confirmed the kidnapping to Peoples Gazette and emphasised that rescue operations were underway.
On June 25, Peoples Gazette reported how zealots killed Mr Buda over an allegation of blasphemy, a development that attracted widespread condemnation from Nigerians.
Ahmad Rufai, Sokoto police spokesperson, confirmed this killing to People Gazette on Sunday evening.
Mr Bagudu fervently prayed for abundant rainfall, bumper harvests, as well as sustainable peace, unity and tranquility in the state.
