Attempt by gunmen to kidnap the family of the Nigerian Tribune, Abuja Bureau Chief Leon Usigbe was thwarted by security agents early Monday morning.
The gunmen had invaded the residence of Mr. Usigbe on Kurape Road in Karshi, near the Federal Capital Territory at about 1.00am, but were unable to gain access to the home before the timely arrive of the Nasarawa State’s anti-kidnapping squad.
A shootout ensued, injuring three soldiers, but the squad successfully repelled the attackers, forcing them to flee.
Dr. Usigbe was not present during the attack, but his wife and children were left traumatized.
This incident marks the third kidnapping attempt in the area within three months, with two other families having paid ransoms for the release of abducted loved ones.
When contacted the Nasarawa Police Command spokesperson, DSP Ramhan Nansel said: “Our anti-kidnapping unit repelled that incident.”
