Kidnappers are demanding a 30 million-naira ransom for those they abducted from the Nigerian Army post-Housing Estate Kurudu in Abuja.
In a subsequent development that has sent shockwaves through the community, the kidnappers have brazenly demanded a ₦30 million ransom for the release of the abducted family members. This demand not only underscores the audacity of criminal elements but also raises concerns about the safety and security of residents within the Army Post Housing Estate.
The news of the kidnapping and ransom demand has spurred a wave of concern and anxiety within the Army Estate community. Residents, once accustomed to a sense of security, are now grappling with the stark reality that criminal elements can penetrate even the most fortified areas. The demand for such a substantial ransom further amplifies the severity of the situation, prompting residents to question the effectiveness of existing security measures.
Barrister Cyril Adikwu’s narrow escape from the clutches of the kidnappers serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable and perilous nature of such incidents. While Cyril managed to evade the assailants, his family members were not as fortunate. His firsthand account of the invasion sheds light on the audacity and violence employed by these criminals, emphasizing the need for swift and comprehensive action to bring them to justice.
The incident at the Army Estate in Kurudu adds to the growing list of security challenges faced by residents of the Federal Capital Territory. Despite being the seat of government and a symbol of national authority, Abuja has not been immune to the rising tide of criminal activities, including kidnappings and other forms of violence. The incident underscores the pressing need for a comprehensive review and reinforcement of security protocols within the city and its environs.
As residents grapple with the aftermath of this distressing event, there is a collective call for the government to take swift and decisive action. Security agencies are urged to intensify efforts to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure the safe release of the abducted individuals. Additionally, there is a growing demand for a reassessment of security strategies and the implementation of measures to fortify vulnerable areas, such as military estates.
Beyond the immediate threat to physical safety, incidents of this nature inflict a profound psychological toll on affected communities. Fear and uncertainty grip residents as they contemplate the vulnerabilities within their supposedly secure environments. The psychological impact is not limited to the immediate victims but extends to the broader community, fostering an atmosphere of insecurity and mistrust.
Recall that one Barrister Cyril Adikwu’s wives and two inlaws were abducted after the kidnappers invaded the estate on Thursday night at about 10:00 p.m.
However, the kidnappers have reached out Barrister Cyril Adikwu, asking him to pay a ransom of N30 million to secure the freedom of his family.
Cyril had escaped when the kidnappers stormed his residence in the estate and whisked away his family members.
He told newsmen that the kidnappers reached out to him after the incident to demanded for the ransom.
Narrating the incident, he disclosed that he raised alarm while the abduction was going on but the kidnappers shot at him and he had to scamper for safety.
He said ” It all happens on Thursday night at about 10:00pm when a vehicle containing those who were kidnapped drove into my compound then all of a sudden the kidnappers followed the vehicle into my compound.
“I was upstairs and heard strange sounds so I peeped through the burglary door upstairs and saw one of them who was kidnapped on the floor and I asked what is going on there and she said ‘I don’t know these men are asking me to go down then it occurred to me they were kidnappers then I started screaming ‘Kidnappers help” at the top of my voice, at this point they started shooting at me upstairs then I was able to escape and then they started shooting guns in the air while they took the tree of them away.
“They were about 8 of them and they walked through the bush part over the hill to the otherside, not up to 40 minutes they left I was called to provide a ransom, I don’t want to mention the amount because already false information is everywhere in the media about the whole incident but I can assure you it’s more than 30million.
“I am traumatized right now after the whole incident and the kidnappers have been calling me and have given a time frame.
Speaking also with Vanguard, one of the estate management official who do not want to be mentioned said the estate management in collaboration with security agencies are working to rescue the kidnapped victims.
” The incident that happened on Thursday night in the estate was really unfortunate immediately we were alerted but before security personnel got there the kidnappers had left with the victims,
we assure you that we are working with security agencies to see that they are rescued unhurt
