Gunmen dressed in army uniform have abducted a popular ex-militant leader, High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich, also known as Egberipapa, from his Usokun country home in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State.
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Sources close to the ex-militant leader said the gunmen stormed his home around 3:00 am on Monday, killed two of his lieutenants, and took him away to an unknown location.
One of the sources, however, believes that the attack was carried out by the military, adding that some army-branded vehicles, including an Armoured Personnel Carrier, were used for the operation.
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The motive behind this disturbing abduction remains unclear, prompting concerns within the local community and beyond. High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich, known for his involvement in past militant activities, has garnered both praise and criticism throughout his public life.
However, the circumstances surrounding his abduction have left many perplexed and anxious for his safety.
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Authorities in Rivers State have yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident, but calls for swift action to secure Jackrich’s release and bring the perpetrators to justice are mounting.
