Security in Ondo State was again breached as gunmen suspected to be kidnappers seized a nursing mother and her baby. The abduction occurred along the Supare-Ayegunle road in the Akoko South West Local Government Area.
Details of the Monday Abduction
The incident took place on Monday, sending shockwaves through the local community. According to sources who spoke anonymously, the victims were taken by armed men along the axis. The woman's husband is identified as a popular and well-known furniture maker based in the Akungba area.
"The husband is into furniture making and very popular in Akungba area. His wife was kidnapped alongside his baby," a confidential source revealed, highlighting the personal tragedy behind the headline.
Police Response and Ongoing Investigation
The Ondo State Police Command has acknowledged the report but stated that details are still emerging. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Kazeem, confirmed that the command was working to verify the incident.
"Information at my disposal is still sketchy, and I can't confirm it yet. However, I'll revert once there's enough information," DSP Kazeem told our publication. This indicates an active but preliminary stage of investigation into the kidnapping.
Community Impact and Security Concerns
This abduction underscores the persistent security challenges in parts of Ondo State and Nigeria at large. The targeting of a vulnerable nursing mother with her infant has particularly alarmed residents, raising fears about safety on local roads.
The community of Akungba and the broader Akoko region are now anxiously awaiting updates from security forces, hoping for the safe and swift return of the victims. Incidents like this continue to prompt calls for enhanced security patrols and strategies in vulnerable areas.
