Hon. Patrick Agha Mba, the Anambra Commissioner for Youths Development, and his wife were allegedly kidnapped while travelling to Abuja to attend the wedding of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s daughter......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
The wedding, which took place in Abuja, was a follow-up to the traditional wedding held last week in Soludo’s hometown of Isuofia, Aguata Local Council Area. The bride, Adaora Soludo, married Mr. Arinze Ibekwe, a native of Onitsha.
According to reports, Hon. Agha Mba and his wife were kidnapped in Kogi State while en route to Abuja for the wedding. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of travellers in the region.
Anambra confirms abduction of commissioner
The Press Secretary to Governor Soludo, Christian Aburime, has confirmed the kidnapping and assured that efforts are being made to rescue the couple. The situation is being closely monitored, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
It was learnt that the incident happened on Friday, August 16, and one of the aides to the commissioner was killed during the incident.
Kidnapping has become a pervasive and alarming issue in Kogi State, with several cases reported in recent times. The state’s strategic location, bordering several major highways and roads, has made it a hotspot for kidnappers who target unsuspecting travellers and residents.
The consistency of these kidnappings has raised concerns about the effectiveness of security measures in place, leaving many to wonder if anyone is safe from this menace.
Governor Soludo speaks on Nigeria’s economy
Legit earlier reported that the Anambra state governor, Charles Soludo, has blamed Nigeria’s economic misfortune on President Bola Tinubu’s predecessors, including ex-President Muhammadu Buhari.
Soludo, a former CBN governor, said the current administration inherited a dead economy, adding that Nigerians need to know.
The Anambra governor also accused the CBN of violating the 2007 Bank Act by printing money illegally.