Suspected bandits abducted former House of Representatives member Hon. Dr. Joseph Haruna Kigbu on his way to Jos yesterday evening.
The incident occurred around 6:00 p.m. between Nunku in Akwanga Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, and Gwantu in Sanga Local Government Area, Kaduna State.
During the attack, the gunmen fatally shot the police officer assigned to protect Dr. Kigbu after he attempted to resist the abduction. Witnesses reported that the attackers fired sporadically, creating chaos and fear among motorists in the area.
Local residents confirmed that the stretch of road where the incident happened has long been a hotspot for criminal activity. Many in the community have repeatedly called for stronger security measures to address the ongoing dangers.
Attempts to contact the Nasarawa State Police Command for a response were unsuccessful, as the Police Public Relations Officer was unreachable at the time of reporting.
The abduction and the death of the police escort have once again highlighted the worsening insecurity in the region, leaving many concerned about the safety of travelers and the need for urgent government intervention to improve security in the area.
Be the first to comment