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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>A young man identified as Geo Freeman has been hospitalised after armed robbers allegedly shot him, stole his motorcycle and mobile phone in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.<\/p>\n

The incident, which has since triggered outrage on social media was disclosed by the victim\u2019s elder brother, identified as Awar SteevoooFresh.<\/p>\n

In an emotional post on his official Facebook page, he said the victim who is his younger sibling was attacked by gunmen who carted away his motorcycle and mobile phone.<\/p>\n

According to the account, the victim is currently receiving treatment at a hospital in Benue State following the attack, which reportedly occurred within Makurdi metropolis.<\/p>\n

Describing his brother as a hardworking and vibrant young man striving to earn a living, Awar lamented the growing insecurity in the state.<\/p>\n

The post decried what it termed the rising wave of motorcycle theft and violent robberies allegedly carried out by criminal elements targeting unsuspecting residents.<\/p>\n

The attack has once again brought to the fore concerns over armed robbery and motorcycle snatching in Makurdi and other parts of the state.<\/p>\n

Such incidents, often involving firearms, have left victims injured or worse, heightening fear among commercial motorcyclists and young entrepreneurs who depend on motorcycles for daily income.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, sympathisers have continued to call for improved security measures and swift action against perpetrators, stressing that citizens should not face violence while pursuing legitimate livelihoods.<\/p>\n

The victim is said to be responding to treatment as prayers and goodwill messages pour in for his speedy recovery.<\/p>\n

However, the Spokesperson of the Benue State Police Command,DSP,Udeme Edet could not be reached to confirm the incident at the time of filing this report.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. A young man identified as Geo Freeman has been hospitalised after armed robbers allegedly shot him, stole his motorcycle and mobile phone in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. The incident, which has since triggered outrage on social media was disclosed by the victim\u2019s elder brother, identified as Awar SteevoooFresh. 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