
Tragic Kidnapping of Sports Journalists in Anambra, Nigeria
A group of sports journalists traveling from Anambra to Uyo to cover the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match between Nigeria and Libya were kidnapped by gunmen on October 9, 2024.
The incident took place along the Isseke-Orlu Road in Ihiala, Anambra State. The journalists were en route to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, for the match.
Fortunately, six of the kidnapped journalists were rescued by joint security forces, but efforts are ongoing to find the seventh crew member.
Sadly, one of the kidnapped journalists has been confirmed dead following the rescue operation​.