Gunmen have abducted Descon Tor Yaji, the President-General of the Kunav United Development Association, in Benue State.
Yaji was reportedly kidnapped on Monday night around 10 p.m. at his home in Tsar Mbaduku, Vandeikya Local Government Area.
Witnesses said Yaji was relaxing with friends when the gunmen struck and took him away.
The Benue State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement on Tuesday, with spokesperson Catherine Anene urging the public to assist with information that could help rescue the victim.
Anene stated, “On 30/12/2024 at about 2030hrs, information was received at Vandeikya Police Division that Mr. Emmanuel Tor Yaji of Tsar Mbaduku was kidnapped at Tsar where he sat relaxing with his friends.
“Swiftly, police detectives were deployed for his rescue, and the investigation is ongoing. The command will appreciate every useful information that can lead to his rescue. Further details will be shared as the investigation progresses.”
