Gunmen kidnap Benue commissioner

Gunmen have abducted the Benue State Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Matthew Aboh.

It was gathered that the commissioner was kidnapped by gunmen who stormed his residence in Zaki-Biam, Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, at about 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 24, 2023.

Some residents of the area disclosed that the kidnappers, who came on four motorcycles, took the commissioner to an unknown destination.

They added that the gunmen compelled the commissioner at gunpoint to sit behind the rider of one of the motorcycles.

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The Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, who confirmed the incident on Monday morning said Governor Hyacinth Alia has directed security operatives to ensure the commissioner’s safe release.

“Yes, we received the unfortunate news, and the governor has already detailed security operatives to do everything possible to ensure his safe release,” Kula said.

Aboh was sworn in as a member of the Benue State Executive Council on August 29.

He hails from Ukum LGA of Sankera axis, a major flashpoint of criminal activities with rampant killings and kidnappings.

Meanwhile, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sewuese Anene, said the Command was yet to receive the report on the incident.

The Star