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Elder Francis Igwe, the Father of the ex-deputy governor of Ebonyi State, Kelechi Igwe, has been abducted by gunmen.
He was kidnapped on Sunday, March 1, 2026, while on his way to church at Ndufu-Alike community in Ikwo Local Government Area.
Sources said Elder Igwe was driving when his vehicle was intercepted by armed men on a motorcycle.
The gunmen forced him out of his car and whisked him away on the motorcycle to an unknown destination.
The Chairman of Ikwo Local Government Area, Sunday Nwankwo, confirmed the incident, stating the council is working with security agencies to gather information and facilitate his rescue.
Confirming the incident to Channels Television, the police spokesperson, SP Joshua Ukandu, stated that operatives of the Command have been deployed to the area for a rescue operation.
“Yes, we are aware of the kidnapping incident this morning. Our men have been deployed to the area to ensure he’s rescued unhurt,” Ukandu said.
