Armed Suspects Kidnap Entrepreneur In Kwara, Demand N100 Million Ransom

Armed Suspects Kidnap Entrepreneur In Kwara, Demand N100 Million Ransom

Gunmen have abducted businessman Emeka Nwachukwu from his clinic in Kosubosu, the headquarters of Baruten Local Government Area in Kwara State. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, when the assailants stormed the clinic located on the outskirts of Kosubosu.

The abductors reached out to Nwachukwu’s family on Thursday morning, demanding a ransom of N100 million for his release.

Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, spokesperson for the Kwara State Police Command, confirmed the kidnapping and stated that efforts are underway to secure the victim’s release.

“The Kwara State Police Command is aware of the unfortunate kidnapping that took place on September 11, 2024, at 8:30 p.m. Mr. Emeka C. Nwachukwu was seized from his clinic in Kosubosu and has been taken to an undisclosed location. The police, in collaboration with local vigilantes, are working diligently to rescue him safely,” Toun said.