Police orderly shot dead as gunmen kidnap former House of Representatives member
Police orderly shot dead as gunmen kidnap former House of Representatives member
Suspected bandits has yesterday evening abducted a former House of Representatives member, Hon. Dr. Joseph Haruna Kigbu, while traveling to Jos.
The incident occurred around 6:00 p.m. on the highway between Nunku in Akwanga Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, and Gwantu in Sanga Local Government Area, Kaduna State.
During the attack, the assailants engaged in a gun battle with Dr. Kigbu’s police escort, fatally shooting the officer who attempted to resist the abduction.
Eyewitnesses reported the bandits fired shots indiscriminately, creating panic among passing motorists.
Local residents confirmed the abduction, noting that the area has long been a hotspot for criminal activities.
The Police command in the area is yet to release any official statement concerning this development.
This kidnapping and the tragic death of the police escort highlight the ongoing security challenges in the region, with many locals calling for a stronger law enforcement presence to address the persistent threats.
