Gunmen Abduct Plateau Lawmaker in Jos
Gunmen have abducted a member of the Plateau State House of Assembly representing Pankshin South Constituency.
According to reports, the lawmaker was taken from his residence in the Dong area of Jos North Local Government Area on Tuesday night. The shocking incident adds to the growing wave of insecurity that has plagued Plateau State in recent months.
Rising Insecurity in Plateau
Plateau State has witnessed a disturbing resurgence of violent crimes, ranging from bandit attacks and killings to abductions of traditional rulers and community leaders. Barely weeks ago, gunmen reportedly kidnapped a district head alongside two women in another part of the state, underscoring the deteriorating security situation.
The abduction of a serving lawmaker highlights the boldness of the perpetrators and raises fresh concerns about the safety of public officials and ordinary citizens alike.
Government Yet to React
As of the time of filing this report, neither the Plateau State Police Command nor the leadership of the House of Assembly has released an official statement on the abduction. Security agencies are, however, expected to launch an immediate rescue operation.
What This Means
The incident is likely to spark renewed calls for state policing and tougher measures to protect communities, especially in rural and semi-urban areas that have become easy targets for armed groups.
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