Crimes

Gunmen kidnap Abia varsity deputy vice-chancellor

Gunmen have abducted the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics) of Abia State University (ABSU), Prof. Godwin Emezue.

Confirming the incident on Saturday, the Abia State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, said the Deputy Vice-Chancellor was kidnapped by gunmen at about 7 p.m. on Friday, January 26, 2024.

Chinaka disclosed that Emezue was kidnapped in the presence of his wife while purchasing fuel at a petrol station in Umuekwu Amachara, Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State on Friday.

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She stated: “During the incident, the hoodlums confiscated his wife’s ATM card, dragged the Deputy Vice-Chancellor into a Lexus SUV, and drove away with the victim.

“The Abia State Police Command is deploying resources and assets including intelligence and technical aid towards unraveling the crime, and safely rescuing the victim from his captors.”

The police spokesperson called for the cooperation of the public through the provision of information that could lead to the rescue of the abducted Deputy Vice-Chancellor and enhance security in Abia State.

She further called on the residents of Abia State to remain calm and continue their legitimate activities while maintaining vigilance and security consciousness in the state.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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