The Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has condemned the abduction of the founder and Managing Director, Tito group of companies, Isaac Akinkunmi early Friday in Makurdi by yet-to-be-identified gunmen.
His displeasure was contained in a statement by his chief press secretary Terverr Akase who described the incident as unfortunate and unacceptable.
He said Akinkunmi is a peace-loving man who has contributed immensely to the Benue economy, particularly in Makurdi where his companies have employed many youths of the state.
Governor Ortom urged the kidnappers to free the founder of Tito group to return to his family unhurt and without conditions.
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The renowned Benue business man was abducted in the early hours of Friday from his home in Makurdi the Benue State capital.
His neighbour who preferred to be anonymous said the businessman was abducted after he could not provide the money requested by the heavily armed men.
“The kidnappers were heavily armed broke into the new GRA residence of Tito around 12:30am and for about one hour, they ransacked the home. They asked him for money but he had none to give to them so they (kidnappers) picked him (Tito) in his car and drove off”. He added
His vehicle was later discovered around lower Benue where it was abandoned,but no news yet about his whereabout.
Editor : Ena Agbanoma
