In a disturbing incident in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, suspected gunmen have abducted a pregnant woman who was on her way to the State General Hospital, Ijaiye, Abeokuta.
The victim, identified as Mrs Rahmatullah Ogunbunmi, was reportedly kidnapped on Thursday by unidentified armed men.
According to Omolola Odutola, the spokesperson of the Ogun State Police Command, the case was reported by Mr Ogunbunmi Lateef, husband of the abducted woman.
Lateef stated that his wife, who was due for delivery, had left their home in Oke Lantoro for the hospital when the abduction occurred.
Quoting. Mr. Lateef, Odutola said, “One Ogunbunmi Lateef of Oke Lantoro reported that his pregnant wife due for delivery left home for State Hospital Ijaiye Abeokuta.”
The abduction has sent shockwaves through the community, with family members and locals expressing concern over the safety of Mrs Ogunbunmi.
Lateef reportedly received a WhatsApp message notifying him of his wife’s abduction, further intensifying the distress of the family.
The Ogun State Police Command has assured the public that efforts are underway to rescue Mrs Ogunbunmi and apprehend the perpetrators. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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