Two Chinese construction workers abducted from Saadu/Kaiama/Kosubosu road project
Two Chinese nationals working at a road construction site in Kwara State have been abducted.
The victims were part of the team handling the BUA Bode Saadu/Kaiama/Kosubosu road project when the armed men struck.
The attackers, who arrived in masks, invaded the site and whisked the Chinese workers away after firing several shots to scare residents and workers, sources said.
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The incident was said to have occurred in the early hours of Monday at the facility located in the Ejidongari district of Moro Local Government Area.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the incident in a telephone chat on Thursday night.
“Yes, the two Chinese were abducted from the construction site. But we have not heard from them yet as the kidnappers have not called as we speak,” Daily Trust quoted him to have said.
Kidnappings have emerged as a significant security challenge in Kwara State, Nigeria, contributing to a broader pattern of insecurity observed across various regions of the country.
This phenomenon is often linked to a complex interplay of socio-economic factors, including poverty, unemployment, and a proliferation of small arms, which can create an environment conducive to criminal activities.
The motivations behind these abductions are diverse, ranging from ransom demands by organized criminal gangs to politically motivated acts or even communal disputes escalating into violent confrontations. The impact on the local population is profound, fostering a pervasive sense of fear and insecurity that disrupts daily life, hinders economic activities, and can lead to displacement.
The response to kidnappings in Kwara State typically involves a multi-pronged approach by government and security agencies, though with varying degrees of success.