There was a palpable tension as gunmen kidnapped Lagos State chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Philip Aivoji, after holding a meeting with two Nigerian governors in Oyo State.
According to reports, Alvoji was abducted along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway around 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Another member of the Lagos State PDP Exco who was said to have escaped is presently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.
The state publicity secretary of the party, Hon. Hakeem Amode, confirmed the abduction.
He called on security agencies and government authorities at all levels to intervene promptly and secure his release.
Amode stated that the chairman was returning from a stakeholders’ meeting in Oyo State convened by Governors Seyi Makinde and Ademola Adeleke.He said, “It is disheartening that kidnapping has become a prevalent issue in our country, and the government’s inability to address this menace is deeply concerning.
“The abduction of Aivoji underscores the pressing need for decisive actions from the government and stakeholders to eradicate this menace.“Aivoji’s abduction was a violent incident, and his current whereabouts or any communication from the abductors remain unknown.
“We implore the governments of Oyo, Ogun, and Lagos States, alongside security agencies, to expedite efforts and secure his safe return to his family and well-wishers. We firmly believe that, with increased efforts from security agencies, Aivoji can be rescued from these criminals, and we call on the public to support initiatives aimed at ending this threat to innocent lives.”
