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| Family reports Kogi man kidnapped along Ankpa–Abejukolo road | Community Image |
ANKPA, KOGI STATE – July 2, 2026
A Kogi-born man, Sulieman Shado, has reportedly been kidnapped along the Ankpa–Abejukolo Road, raising fresh concerns over security along the busy corridor.
According to information obtained by Prime Brief Media, the alleged abduction occurred on Wednesday, July 1. However, the incident has not been independently verified, and security agencies are yet to issue an official statement confirming the report.
Sources close to the family said Sulieman Shado, a native of Kogi State, was allegedly abducted while travelling along the Ankpa–Abejukolo Road.
The circumstances surrounding the reported kidnapping remain unclear, and details about the incident are still sketchy.
Prime Brief Media has not independently verified the claims, and efforts are ongoing to obtain official confirmation from the relevant authorities.
As of the time of publication, neither the Nigeria Police Force nor other security agencies had publicly confirmed the alleged kidnapping or announced any rescue operation.
Prime Brief Media is seeking comments from the Kogi State Police Command, local authorities, community leaders, and members of the victim's family.
The reported incident has renewed concerns about the security situation along the Ankpa–Abejukolo Road, where travellers have repeatedly raised fears over the safety of commuters.
Residents and motorists have continued to call for increased security patrols and proactive measures to tackle kidnapping and other criminal activities along the route.
Prime Brief Media will update this report as soon as verified information becomes available from security agencies or other credible sources.
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