by Lovely Onohwakpor
Tension in Ekpoma as Alleged Kidnapping Follows Sunday Protest
Residents of Emaudo community in Ekpoma, Edo State, were thrown into fear in the early hours of Monday after reports emerged of an alleged kidnapping, barely a day after protests were held in the area.
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Community sources said the incident was discovered after daybreak, with residents raising alarm over the suspected abduction. While full details remain unclear, the development has deepened anxiety in the town, which was already unsettled following demonstrations that took place on Sunday.
Short video clips circulating online, believed to have been recorded shortly after the incident, capture a distressed environment as residents gathered and voiced concerns over growing insecurity. The videos have not been independently verified.
Watch the video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1ARZvCsLaf/
As at the time of reporting, there has been no official confirmation from security agencies regarding the incident, and the identity of the victim, as well as the circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping, remain unknown.
Local residents have called for increased security presence in Emaudo and nearby communities, urging authorities to act swiftly to prevent further incidents.
The situation remains fluid, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
