Bayelsa State High Court Judge Justice E.G. Umokoro Kidnapped by Gunmen in Yenagoa
Justice E.G. Umokoro of Bayelsa State High Court was kidnapped by armed men in Yenagoa on June 21. The incident occurred near a busy eatery along Chief Melford Okilo Expressway.
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Justice E.G. Umokoro, a judge of the Bayelsa State High Court, was abducted by unknown gunmen on the evening of Saturday, June 21, in Yenagoa, the state capital.
Abduction in Broad Daylight
Eyewitnesses say the incident took place around 7:00 p.m. in front of a busy eatery located in the Ekeki area along Chief Melford Okilo Expressway. According to reports, masked men dressed in black opened fire during the operation, but initial shots missed.
They then used an unmarked white Hilux van to block the judge’s black Toyota Prado and forcibly removed him from the vehicle.
Dramatic Struggle Caught on Camera
A viral video circulating online shows the moment Justice Umokoro struggled with the assailants before being forced into the white van. The judge’s vehicle was left behind at the scene, further fueling concerns that the attack was targeted.
Police Yet to Issue Statement
As of the time of this report, Bayelsa State Police Command has not released an official statement regarding the abduction. The incident has sparked widespread concern among legal professionals and residents alike.
Security Concerns Mount
This kidnapping adds to growing fears about the safety of judicial officers and the general insecurity in parts of Nigeria. The motive behind the kidnapping is still unknown, and it remains unclear if any ransom demands have been made.
