In a troubling incident, three young men from Plateau State have been seized by gunmen in Kogi State while en route to Jos from Akure, Ondo State, where they had been for business engagements. The victims, identified as Kweti Jonathan Menje, Habila Sunday, and Samuel, are all residents of Jenta Adamu in Jos North Local Government Area. They were taken on Monday when the vehicle they were traveling in was intercepted by armed assailants, who forced them and other passengers to an unknown location.
The Jenta Adamu Central Youth Council, in a statement on its Facebook page on Tuesday, confirmed the abduction and disclosed that the kidnappers have contacted the families, demanding N10 million for each captive, with a threat to kill them if the ransom is not paid by the deadline. The council’s post highlighted that the families’ accounts align, underscoring the credibility of the reports and the gravity of the situation.
The statement from the youth council read in part: “We bring to the attention of the government, security agencies, and the public the unfortunate kidnapping of three young men, all in their thirties. According to family sources, the victims were abducted by suspected Fulani gunmen during their return journey. The kidnappers have since reached out to the families and are demanding N10 million per person for their release. This development has caused fear, pain, and anxiety among relatives and the community. We call on the Federal Government, Ondo State Government, security agencies, traditional leaders, and all stakeholders to act swiftly to ensure the safe and unconditional release of the victims.”
The group also appealed for prayers and support for the affected families, urging the public to provide any useful information to assist security forces in rescue efforts. “The safety of citizens must remain a top priority. Urgent intervention is needed to prevent further loss of lives and restore confidence in public security,” the statement added. Security agencies have yet to comment on the incident.