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Gunmen kidnap female govt official

Gunmen have abducted the Coordinator of Ngbo Central Development Centre in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Blessing Adagba.

The Ebonyi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the incident on Friday, April 4, 2025.

“Yes, Adagba was abducted in the Okposhi Eheku community of Ohaukwu Local Government Area,” Ukanda said.

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He noted that the abduction occurred in the early hours of Thursday, April 3, adding that the police had already launched an investigation into the incident.

“The Anti-Kidnapping Squad has been deployed to rescue the victim. I believe they are working tirelessly to ensure her immediate release,” the police spokesman added.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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