The Chairman of Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State, Bright Abeke, was reportedly abducted on Friday evening.
It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 7:25 p.m. at a hotel located along Owumi Road.
Eyewitnesses stated that unidentified gunmen arrived at the scene in a vehicle and opened fire before taking the chairman to an unknown location.
During the disturbance, a local vigilante member identified as Ufuoma and another individual were said to have sustained injuries.
The injured vigilante has since been taken to a medical facility, though his current condition has not been officially confirmed.
As of the time of this report, authorities have not released any official statement regarding the incident.
Supporters and associates of the chairman have gathered in the area seeking information on the chairman’s whereabouts while expressing concern over his safety.
Unknown gunmen kidnap Delta council chairman
