A female naval officer, Lieutenant Cynthia Akor, attached to the Defence Headquarters, has been abducted by gunmen alongside two others in the Mpape area of Abuja.
Reports indicate that the kidnappers have already contacted the victims’ families, demanding a staggering ₦100 million ransom for their release.
What Happened?
The abduction occurred on Friday night, with sources confirming that Akor and the other victims were taken from their residence.
“Among the three people kidnapped is a Defence Headquarters officer, Akor. The abductors have demanded ₦100 million for their release,” a source disclosed.
Security Response
Security forces—including the Nigerian Navy, Defence Headquarters, and police operatives—have launched a massive manhunt for the kidnappers while initiating a search-and-rescue mission.
So far, no official statement has been made by Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, or Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau, Director of Defence Information.
Tension in Abuja: What’s Next?
This latest high-profile kidnapping has heightened fears over rising insecurity in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with residents calling for urgent government intervention.
Will security forces successfully rescue the officer and other victims, or will negotiations take center stage?
