Benue Governor, Alia Condenms Kidnap Of Commissioner, Mathew Aboh

By Sola Omoniyi, Lagos

Governor Hyacinth Alia has received the unfortunate news of the kidnap of Mr. Matthew Aboh, the Commissioner for Information, culture and Tourism, and former Chairman Ukum LGA, Mr. Iorwashima Erukaa.

This is according to a statement signed by Sir Tersoo Kula, Chief press Secretary to the Benue State Governor.

Recall, Congress Newspaper had earlier reported how the commissioner was kidnapped in the presence of his wife on Sunday, September 24,2023.

While Aboh was kidnapped by unknown gunmen in his Sankara home, Mr. Erukaa was also taken away by a yet to be identified gunmen on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023.

The kidnappers who took the duo to yet to be identified locations, have made contacts with the family of Erukaa but are yet to make contacts with Abo’s family.

The state Governor, who described the act as barbaric, condemnable and unacceptable, has already detailed security agencies to immediately commence operations to ensure the safe release of the duo.

He has called on the people of the state to remain calm, as his administration will do everything to make the state safe for all.