NYSC Member Abducted Along Niger-Onitsha Expressway

A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Chiamaka Obi, has reportedly been abducted by gunmen along the Niger-Onitsha Expressway in Niger State. The unfortunate incident occurred on Monday as she was returning from Kebbi State after successfully completing her youth service.

Details of the Abduction

Chiamaka, a native of Edenta in Okwu Etiti, Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, was allegedly kidnapped alongside a family of four, a bus driver, and three other passengers.

Demand for Ransom

Uche Agabige, a member of the Imo State House of Assembly, revealed on Tuesday that the kidnappers are demanding an exorbitant ransom for Obi’s release. Agabige expressed deep concern for her safety and called for swift action by the government to secure her freedom and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Call for Action

The lawmaker urged the Imo State Government to investigate the abduction thoroughly and also appealed to President Bola Tinubu to address the escalating issue of kidnappings and banditry in Nigeria.

“Miss Chiamaka Linda Obi, hailing from Edenta in Okwu Etiti, Orsu LGA, was on her way home after completing her NYSC when she was abducted. The kidnappers have made outrageous ransom demands. I call on the government to intervene and ensure her safe return without harm,” Agabige stated.

Police Response

Efforts to reach Henry Okoye, the police spokesperson for Imo State, for comments on the situation were unsuccessful, as his phone lines were unreachable at the time of this report.

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