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Nasarawa councillor abducted along Doma–Yelwa road
Nasarawa councillor abducted along Doma–Yelwa road
By: Zagazola Makama
A serving councillor representing Doka Ward in Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, Muhammad Onumenya, has been abducted.
He was reportedly kidnapped on Feb. 23 at about 7:35 p.m. along the Doma–Yelwa Village Road while travelling within the area.
Following the report, a patrol team, alongside members of vigilante groups and local hunters, was mobilised to comb the surrounding bushes in search of the victim.
As of the time of filing this report, no trace of the councillor had been found.
Search operations are ongoing by the security agencies with efforts being intensified to secure his safe return and identify those responsible for the abduction.
Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and provide useful information that could aid the rescue efforts.
Nasarawa councillor abducted along Doma–Yelwa road