Gunmen have abducted three people traveling on a boat in Lagos.
The trio was reportedly whisked away while travelling by boat around Falomo Bridge from Apapa in Lagos.
While names of the abducted victims have not been ascertained, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, said that the marine unit of the command got a report of three persons kidnapped on water.
“We also got the report and we have started looking into it. Our marine department got that report.
“It was reported to them that three people were kidnapped. Their boat was found somewhere in Ikorodu and we have started looking into that,” Hundeyin reportedly said.
According to him, the police got the report just like every other person but have already swung into action to ascertain what happened, where it happened, and how.
He added that haven after gathering enough intelligence, the command will pull out its strength to rescue the victims unhurt and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Other reports said that the victims include the Managing Director of Fouani Company, a firm representing LG and Hisense brands, along with two Lebanese citizens.
The motive behind the kidnapping and the whereabouts of the victims are currently unknown.
Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation. Reports quoting sources said that contact has been made by the kidnappers demanding a ransom of $1.5 million for the safe release of the captives.
“Yesterday (Friday) evening, the Managing Director of Fouani Company (LG and Hisense) and three Lebanese were kidnapped around Falomo Bridge while traveling from Apapa to Victoria Island by boat.
“The kidnappers have asked for $1.5million,” the source said.
This incident has reignited concerns about kidnapping for ransom, a serious crime plaguing some parts of Nigeria. The Lagos State Police Department has assured the public that they are deploying all available resources to secure the victims’ safe return and apprehend the perpetrators.
