How bandits in Abuja killed nursing mother, mother-in-law after 10 years of barrenness
Despite ongoing security efforts in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, the relentless attacks by bandits persist, with the recent killing of a nursing mother and her mother-in-law, who had celebrated the birth of a child after 10 years of barrenness.
In a horrifying incident in the Dei-Dei area, gunmen kidnapped Christiana Igba and her mother, Maria Agbo, throwing the family into anguish.
The assailants, demanding a ransom of N90 million, tragically took their lives even after negotiations settled for N10 million.
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The community, now living in fear, witnesses a rising wave of insecurity, prompting some residents to relocate. Despite successful rescue operations by security forces, the underreporting of such incidents adds to the growing concerns.
Security expert Elder Ben Ijeoche emphasizes the need for state police to address the escalating security crisis, stating that localized knowledge is crucial for effective intervention.
The FCT Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, assures residents of positive developments in the coming days, pledging support to security agencies and bolstering vigilante efforts to enhance community safety.
