Two prominent businessmen in Ikakumo-Akoko, Akoko North West Local Government Area of Ondo State were yesterday kidnapped by gunmen In Akunu and Ayere communities in Kogi State.
A witness, Mrs
One of the occupants was allowed to go and told by the gunmen
A farmer who was working in his farm during the incident , said he heard the sound of gunshots while the gunmen were attempting to seize the victims.
It was learnt that the vehicle conveying the passengers before they were abducted was taken away ,but was later abandoned on the road .
Police in Akunu said the spot where the kidnappers struck fell within Kogi State territory.
Soldiers at the military check point in the vicinity, vigilance
The kidnappers according to a source, have demanded N5 million as
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To this end, residents of the area have urged the police to increase security network in all border towns of Ondo State.