Gunmen Abduct Oyo NYSC Member on Benin-Ore Expressway

Rofiat Lawal, a corps member in Oyo State, was kidnapped on the Benin-Ore Expressway while returning to her primary assignment. Kidnappers are reportedly demanding a ransom of ₦20 million. The NYSC has been alerted, but security measures are still being organized in response to the crisis.

A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Rofiat Lawal, was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway as she returned to Ibadan, Oyo State. Her abduction occurred while she was traveling from Benin, Edo State, to her primary assignment in Ogbomosho. Friends noted that the kidnappers are demanding a ransom of ₦20 million for her release.

This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by individuals traveling in Nigeria. The NYSC has reiterated the importance of corps members notifying authorities before traveling and has stressed the dangers associated with night travel. As the situation develops, the families and friends of Rofiat Lawal await urgent assistance from the authorities and public to ensure her safe return.

Original Source: punchng.com