The Caretaker Committee Chairman of Kabba Bunu Local Government Area in Kogi State, Zacheous Dare Michael, has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen.
Michael, who is contesting for the chairmanship of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) in the local government, was kidnapped on Friday evening along the Kabba-Okene expressway in the state.
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According to a security source, the heavily armed kidnappers shot sporadically at the vehicle of the Caretaker Committee chairman before capturing him and other members of his entourage.
A WhatsApp platform, Owe Political Platform, confirmed the incident and appealed for prayers for the safe release of the kidnapped individuals.
“We, the administrators of the Owe Political Platform, are appealing to all members to join in prayer for their safe release without harm. Anyone with credible information that could assist in their rescue is urged to contact the police,” the platform posted.
The Kogi State Police Command has yet to issue a statement on the incident.
The kidnapping comes ahead of the Kogi State Council polls slated for October 19, 2024.
