Ondo: Gunmen abduct Owo FMC worker

By Muftau Ogunyemi/Owo

A member of staff of Federal Medical Centre, Owo, Ondo State simply known as Pastor Akesinro has been kidnapped from his residence.

It was also gathered that Akesinro was abducted around 7:00 p.m on Thursday from his house.

Police confirm that Akesinro was abducted at his residence located at Upenme on Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State.

Mr Adebowale Lawal, State Commissioner of Police, who confirmed the incident to newsmen on Friday in Akure, said police personnel had begun combing the forests to apprehended the kidnappers and rescue the victim unhurt.

According to Lawal, the police is in a joint effort with other sister security agencies to ensure the victim’s rescue while the perpetrators of the dastardly act are brought to book.

“Our men are currently inside the bush in collaboration with other sister security agencies and engaging the community to rescue the victim unhurt.

“Let me assure you that we are not resting to ensure the citizens of the state are well secured,” he said.