Gunmen Abduct Doctor In Benue Community (Photo)

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Gunmen Abduct Doctor In Benue Community (Photo)

A medical doctor, Alex Terkimbir Igyemwase has been abducted by gunmen in Zakibiam, Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.

According to a family member who pleaded anonymity, the victim was kidnapped around 8pm on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.

"He was abducted at his residence opposite NKST Secondary School Zakibiam, alongside his son, who was later released unhurt,” the family member told The Nation

The publication gathered that the victim is the Medical Director of Hope and Maternity Hospital in Zakibiam.

As at the time of filing this report, his whereabouts have remained unknown to family members.

The Divisional Police Office in Ukum Local Government area confirmed that the matter has been reported.

Meanwhile, Facebook user, Msuean Amih claimed the latest incident is the third abduction in the small community.