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Edo Traditional Ruler Abducted in Violent Incident

Gunmen Strike: Edo Ruler and Four Others Kidnapped

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, His Royal Highness Friday Ehizojie, the Onogie of Udo-Eguare in Igueben Local Government Area of Edo State, was abducted by gunmen. The incident occurred along a secluded path between Ubiaja and Udo community, where the traditional ruler was traveling as a passenger on a commercial motorcycle. The assailants ambushed them, fatally shooting the motorcycle rider before kidnapping the monarch.

Reports indicate that five other individuals were also abducted during the attack, though one reportedly managed to escape.

In response to the incident, the Edo State Police Command has launched a rescue operation. Commissioner of Police Betty Otimenyin has ordered the immediate deployment of tactical teams, including the Police Mobile Force, to the area to ensure the safe return of the victims and apprehend the perpetrators. The Area Commander is overseeing the operation on-site.

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