“KIDNAPPERS STRIKE AGAIN: GUNMEN KILL ABUJA VET DOCTOR, ABDUCT THREE CHILDREN”
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–Abuja-based veterinary doctor, Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, former chairman of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, FCT Chapter, was tragically killed by suspected kidnappers who invaded his home in Kubwa district along the Kubwa-Kaduna road on Friday night. The gunmen abducted Dr. Ogbu alongside his three children and later dumped his body by the roadside .
Details of the Incident:
– Attack: Gunmen invaded Dr. Ogbu’s residence, abducting him and his three children.
– Body Found: Dr. Ogbu’s body was later found dumped by the roadside.
– *Children Still Missing*: The three children are still in captivity, with their family and authorities working to secure their release .
Reactions and Condemnations:
– Outpouring of Grief: Colleagues and friends have expressed shock and grief over Dr. Ogbu’s death, describing it as a devastating loss to both his family and the veterinary profession.
– Security Concerns: The incident has raised concerns about the safety of citizens in the nation’s capital, with many calling for improved security measures
Investigation and Response:
– Police Investigation: The police have yet to issue an official statement, but investigations are reportedly underway to apprehend the perpetrators.
– Government Reaction: There has been no official statement from the government, but the incident is likely to put pressure on authorities to take action against kidnappers and improve security in the region .
Dr Ogbu’s death was confirmed by Andrew Gabriel Ikechukwu, via his Facebook page, noting that the corpse of the deceased was found on the roadside
He wrote, “Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, the immediate past chairman of the NVMA FCT chapter, who was kidnapped alongside his three children from his home in Kubwa Abuja, was found dead.
“The three children are yet to be released. May God please intervene.”
The late Ogbu was described as a dedicated professional. He leaves behind a nursing wife and grieving family members.
Dr. Ogbu’s family remains in distress as efforts continue to locate and rescue his three abducted children.
Colleagues and friends have expressed shock at the killing, describing it as a devastating loss to both his family and the veterinary profession.
The attack comes just a week after the killing of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, a journalist with Arise TV, who died during a robbery in Katampe, another area of Abuja.
Police authorities have yet to issue an official statement. But investigations are reportedly underway.
When contacted, the FCT Police Command did not pick calls nor responded to WhatsApp messages.
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