Breaking News: Retired Major Joe Ajayi Kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Odo-Ape, Kogi State
A retired Major of the Nigeria Army and former chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kabba-Bunu chapter, Pastor Joe Ajayi, has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen from his residence in Odo-Ape, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State.
According to an impeccable source, the kidnapping occurred around 11:30pm and Midnight, with the gunmen firing shots for over an hour before whisking the retired army officer away to an unknown destination.
The source expressed concern about the deteriorating state of Major Joe Ajayi’s health, compounded by his advanced age, and the potential risks this may pose during his captivity.
The incident has sparked concern in the community, with many calling for increased security measures.
The kidnapping case follows a recent press conference by the Okun Development Association (ODA), which highlighted the alarming rate of insecurity in Okunland.
The ODA specifically mentioned the kidnapping of a first-class traditional ruler in Okoloke, Yagba West Local Government Area, and called on the federal and state governments, as well as security agencies, to take action to address the situation.
The ODA’s concerns about insecurity in the area are underscored by this latest incident, which has left the community in shock and fear.
