Kidnappers invade Army Estate in Abuja, abduct lawyer’s wife, in-law
In a distressing incident, kidnappers targeted yet another residence in Abuja, the Army Estate Kurudu, abducting victims and creating an atmosphere of fear and insecurity within the community.
The unsettling event unfolded around 10:00 p.m. in the Phase 2 area of the estate, where the dangerous assailants forcefully entered the home of Barrister Cyril Adikwu.
During the invasion, the kidnappers, heavily armed, reportedly fired gunshots, instigating panic and chaos. Despite the tumultuous circumstances, Barrister Adikwu managed to evade capture, ensuring his safety.
However, the same cannot be said for his wife and one of his in-laws, who were forcefully taken by the perpetrators.
Austine John, a neighbour to the victim, recounted the harrowing experience, describing the sound of gunshots and the ensuing commotion.
The estate’s management was promptly alerted, and security measures were activated. Military personnel responded to the distress call, engaging in a confrontation with the kidnappers.
Unfortunately, by the time reinforcements arrived, the abductors had successfully fled with the captives.
The incident has left the community on edge, with residents expressing deep concerns about the recurring menace of kidnapping. Austine John highlighted the psychological impact on the neighborhood, emphasizing the need for decisive action to curb these criminal activities.
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Austine John directed the plea at President Bola Tinubu, urging comprehensive efforts to bring an end to the barbaric acts perpetrated by kidnappers, ensuring the safety and well-being of Nigerians.
This horrifying incident is coming less than a week after kidnappers invaded an estate in the Bwari Area Council of the FCT and kidnapped more than ten people.
Among the victims was 21-year-old undergraduate, Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar, who was abducted along with her father and sisters from their home.
The kidnappers demanded to be paid N60m as ransom and when they did not get it, they killed Nabeeha as a warning and increased ransom to N100m for the freedom of her remaining sisters.
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