Armed Men Kidnap Gov. Wike’s Aide

The Special Adviser to Governor Nyesom Wike on Lands and Survey, Dr. Anugbom Anuoha has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen in military uniform.

This was confirmed by the Rivers state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Nnamdi Omoni in Port Harcourt on Friday.

Omoni said that the incident took place on Thursday at about 8:30 pm at an unnamed hotel in Port Harcourt, the state capital.

“This is unfortunate and as a command, we are touched by this development and will go all out to ensure his speedy and timely release.

“The Commissioner of Police (CP) has given a marching order to all the Tactical Units, including the IGP Monitoring Unit, to work round the clock and ensure that the victim is released in record time.

“Contacts have been made with sister security agencies and other stakeholders in this direction.

“The public is hereby assured that there is no cause for alarm as the already existing peace in the state will be sustained,” he said.