Crimes

Gunmen kidnap Abia varsity deputy vice-chancellor

Gunmen have abducted the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics) of Abia State University (ABSU), Prof. Godwin Emezue.

Confirming the incident on Saturday, the Abia State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, said the Deputy Vice-Chancellor was kidnapped by gunmen at about 7 p.m. on Friday, January 26, 2024.

Chinaka disclosed that Emezue was kidnapped in the presence of his wife while purchasing fuel at a petrol station in Umuekwu Amachara, Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State on Friday.

READ ALSO: Lagos PDP chairman kidnapped, abductors demand N200m

She stated: “During the incident, the hoodlums confiscated his wife’s ATM card, dragged the Deputy Vice-Chancellor into a Lexus SUV, and drove away with the victim.

“The Abia State Police Command is deploying resources and assets including intelligence and technical aid towards unraveling the crime, and safely rescuing the victim from his captors.”

The police spokesperson called for the cooperation of the public through the provision of information that could lead to the rescue of the abducted Deputy Vice-Chancellor and enhance security in Abia State.

She further called on the residents of Abia State to remain calm and continue their legitimate activities while maintaining vigilance and security consciousness in the state.

The Star

Segun Ojo

Recent Posts

PSG beat Arsenal to win second Champions League title

Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Arsenal 4-3 on penalties to win their second consecutive…

4 hours ago

Obi emerges NDC 2027 presidential candidate, unveils agenda on security, economy

Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has formally accepted his nomination as the presidential candidate…

4 hours ago

2027: Lagos APC candidates meet Tinubu, pledge grassroots mobilisation

Candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Lagos State House of Assembly have…

5 hours ago

General, wife kidnapped in Katsina

Armed bandits have abducted a retired Major General, Rabe Abubakar, and his wife along the…

5 hours ago

No valuables stolen during Kuje prison search — NCoS

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has denied reports that inmates were robbed of valuables during…

5 hours ago

FG targets 37,000 women, youths in dairy value chain

The Federal Government has unveiled plans to create economic opportunities for 37,000 women and youths…

6 hours ago

This website uses cookies.