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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a couple from their home in the Iluabo community in the Akure North Local Council Area of Ondo State.<\/p>\n

The gunmen had stormed Olaribigba Estate in the community at about 9:45 p.m. on Friday when they whisked Mr Jamiu Olawale and his wife into the bush.<\/p>\n

Following the development, which has created tension in the agrarian community, residents protested and barricaded the road leading to the community over the incessant kidnappings and insecurity in the community.<\/p>\n

According to sources, the couple had arrived at their residence in an ash-coloured Toyota Camry when they were attacked by the gunmen, who lay in ambush for them.<\/p>\n

During the incident, a neighbour of the abducted couple, Patrick Ilumaro, who was seated in front of his residence, was shot by the gunmen while fleeing from the community.<\/p>\n

A neighbour of the victims revealed that Ilumaro was swiftly rushed to an undisclosed medical facility where he is currently receiving medical treatment.<\/p>\n

While confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Command disclosed that tactical teams as well as conventional operatives have been deployed to the community.<\/p>\n

In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Abayomi Jimoh, the operatives are already combing the axis in an effort to rescue the victims and apprehend the perpetrators.<\/p>\n

\u201cConcerted efforts are ongoing to ensure the safe return of the abducted persons and bring those responsible to justice.<\/p>\n

\u201cMembers of the public are urged to remain calm and go about their lawful activities. Meanwhile, the Command urges them to provide credible and actionable information that may assist in the investigation to the nearest police station.\u201d<\/p>\n

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

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