A United Nations (UN) staff member, Emmanuel Yusuf Sabo, was abducted by gunmen on Saturday, May 31, around 9:00 p.m. in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. Sabo, 45, was reportedly returning home from work when the incident occurred along Godwin Street in the State Low-Cost area. His younger brother, Ezekiel Sabo, promptly reported the abduction to the police the following morning.
The kidnapping has raised concerns about the safety of humanitarian workers in the region. Security agencies have expressed commitment to ensuring the safe return of the victim and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
In a swift response to the abduction, Plateau State Police operatives intercepted Sabo’s vehicle in the early hours of Sunday, June 1, at approximately 3:40 a.m. in Manguna, Bokkos Local Government Area. The suspected kidnapper, who was driving the vehicle, abandoned it upon sighting the police and fled into a nearby bush. The vehicle was recovered and secured by the authorities.
This development has provided a lead in the ongoing investigation, and security forces are intensifying efforts to locate and rescue the abducted UN staff member.
Following the abduction of Emmanuel Yusuf Sabo, security forces in Plateau State have launched an intensive search operation to locate and rescue the victim. The operation involves coordinated efforts between the police, military, and other security agencies. Authorities are conducting thorough searches in the surrounding areas, including Bokkos and Jos North, to track down the kidnappers and ensure the safe return of the UN staff member.
The abduction has highlighted the security challenges faced by humanitarian workers in Nigeria, particularly in regions affected by insurgency and criminal activities. The UN and other international organizations have called for enhanced protection measures for their staff operating in such environments.
As investigations continue, the authorities have urged the public to provide any information that could assist in locating the abducted individual and apprehending those responsible for the crime.
The Plateau State Government has expressed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts between the government, security agencies, and the community to combat criminal activities in the state.
The situation remains fluid, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
