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Tension in APC-controlled state as daredevil bandits abduct ex-lawmaker, kill police escort

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have abducted a former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Dr. Joseph Haruna Kigbu.

The former lawmaker was reportedly abducted on Monday evening, December 2, by suspected bandits while traveling to Jos.

Vanguard reported that the attack, took place between Nunku in Akwanga local government area, Nasarawa state, and Gwantu in Sanga local government Area, Kaduna state.

In a gun battle, the assailants fatally shot the police orderly assigned to Dr. Kigbu, who attempted to resist the abduction.

Eyewitnesses reported that the bandits fired sporadically, causing panic among motorists in the area.

Confirming the incident, local villagers said the location has been a hotspot for criminal activities over the years.

As of the time of filling this report, the Nasarawa state police command is yet to release an official statement regarding the attack.

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