Tears, fear as kidnappers invade Enugu community, abduct mother, 3 sons
Enugu, Nigeria - Tears and fear filled the air in the Enugu community after a group of kidnappers invaded a farmland belonging to a family and abducted Mrs. Bridget Okey and her three sons, Chukwuemeka, Chukwudi and Chidiebere. The incident occurred on Thursday, November 5th, 2026, at Nwiyi Ivuruge, located in the outskirts of Ugbene Ajima, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Farming is a common occupation in the area, and the family was engaged in cassava farming when the kidnappers struck.
The Chairman of Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area, Barrister Chijioke Ezugwu, visited the scene of the incident on Saturday and assured the community of efforts being made to rescue the victims.
Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area, Enugu State -
The Enugu State Police Command has not yet commented on the incident, as the news broke on Friday, November 6th, 2026.
Community leaders call for swift action
Ugbene Ajima, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
Community leaders have called for swift action to be taken against the kidnappers, as the incident has raised concerns about the safety of residents in the area.
Kidnappers strike at Nwiyi Ivuruge
Nwiyi Ivuruge, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
The family was harvesting cassava when the kidnappers arrived at Nwiyi Ivuruge, a farming community in Ugbene Ajima, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Residents fear for their safety
Nwiyi Ivuruge, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
The incident has left residents in the community fearing for their safety, particularly those engaged in farming activities.
Local Government Area authorities respond
Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
The Chairman of Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area, Barrister Chijioke Ezugwu, visited the scene of the incident and assured the community that efforts are being made to rescue the victims.
Local authorities call for swift action
Nwiyi Ivuruge, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
The kidnappers arrived at Nwiyi Ivuruge, a farming community in Ugbene Ajima, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State, as the family was engaged in cassava farming.
Kidnappers strike in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
Nwiyi Ivuruge, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
The incident has left the community in fear, particularly those who engage in farming activities. The family was harvesting cassava when the kidnappers arrived at Nwiyi Ivuruge, a farming community in Ugbene Ajima, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Enugu State authorities react to kidnapping in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area -
Nwiyi Ivuruge, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
Local government authorities have reacted to the kidnapping incident in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State, where the family was engaged in cassava farming.
Enugu State residents fear for their safety -
Nwiyi Ivuruge, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State -
The incident has raised concerns over the safety of residents in the area, particularly those who engage in agricultural activities. The family was harvesting cassava when the kidnappers
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