Gunmen have kidnapped two visually-impaired persons in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria. The victims, members of the Nigeria Association for the Blind, Plateau State chapter, were abducted on Monday night while returning to Jos. They had initially traveled to attend a program in Benue State but changed their plans after learning the event had been postponed.
According to Ishaya Ayuba Danjatau, a member of the Nigeria Association for the Blind, Plateau State chapter, the victims were on their way back from Akwanga when they received a phone call informing them of the program's postponement. They decided to return to Jos, but were kidnapped in Riyom Local Government Area. The incident has raised concerns about the security situation in the region.
The kidnappers contacted an official of the association on Tuesday at 7a.m. using one of the victims' phones and demanded N50 million ransom for their release. The association is working to secure the release of the victims, who are still in captivity. The Plateau State chapter of the Nigeria Association for the Blind has confirmed the incident and is cooperating with authorities to resolve the situation.
The kidnapping of the two visually-impaired persons has sparked outrage and concern among stakeholders. The incident highlights the growing insecurity in Plateau State and the need for authorities to take decisive action to protect citizens. The state government has been urged to prioritize the security of its citizens, particularly vulnerable groups such as the visually-impaired.
The Nigeria Association for the Blind, Plateau State chapter, is working closely with the police and other security agencies to secure the release of the victims. The association has called on the government to provide support and assistance to the victims and their families. The incident has also raised concerns about the impact of kidnapping on the visually-impaired community.
The Plateau State government has been urged to take concrete steps to address the security challenges in the state. The kidnapping of the two visually-impaired persons is a reminder of the need for sustained efforts to tackle insecurity in the region. Authorities have promised to investigate the incident and work towards securing the release of the victims.
The incident has also highlighted the need for increased support and protection for vulnerable groups such as the visually-impaired. The Nigeria Association for the Blind, Plateau State chapter, has called for increased awareness and education on the challenges faced by the visually-impaired community. The association has also urged the government to provide more support and resources to address the needs of the visually-impaired.
Key points
- The kidnappers demanded N50 million ransom for the release of the two visually-impaired persons.
- The victims were abducted while returning to Jos from Akwanga.
- The Nigeria Association for the Blind, Plateau State chapter, is working closely with authorities to secure the release of the victims.
