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Retired Immigration Officer, Jacob Agada Kidnapped, Killed By Gunmen In Nasarawa

A retired Immigration Officer, Jacob Agada has been kidnapped and killed by suspected Gunmen in Lafia, Nasarawa State.

It was gathered that Agada was kidnapped around 9pm on Thursday night while returning to his residence in Ombi II, Lafia Local Government Area of the state.

According to reports, the lifeless body of the 64-year-old was found a few hours later along the road, beside Golden Embassy Hotel, Ombi II-Lafia.

A family friend of the deceased, who confirmed the incident to The Sun, expressed sadness and regret over the loss of their loved one.

The friend revealed that Agada was kidnapped by the hoodlums who were hiding not far from his gate. The retired officer lived just beside Agaya hotels.

The friend also called for prayers for the departed and an end to the insecurity challenges in the Ombi II, Danka, and Kwandare axis in recent times.

When contacted, the Nasarawa State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, also confirmed the incident during a phone conversation.

KanyiDaily recalls that a former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa, Onje Gye-Wado was also kidnapped by gunmen in Gwagi, the Wamba Local Government Area of the state.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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