Gunmen kidnapp Gov Makinde’s aide
Benedict Akika
By Adeola Badru
Gunmen have reportedly kidnapped Governor Seyi Makinde’s ally and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Oyo State, Otunba Benedict Akika popularly known as “Benee” at Olohundaaba in Lagelu Local Government area of the state late last night (Wednesday).
Unconfirmed report has it that he was abducted at his Idi-Ape residence along Akobo Ojurin-Olohunda road, Ibadan.
Another unconfirmed report said one person was killed during the incident.
As of the time of filing this report, incidents surrounding the kidnap are still sketchy as relevant authorities said they are on top of the situation.
Efforts to contact the state’s headquaters of the Police on the development proved arbortive, as the Public Relations Officer, SP Adewale Osifeso did not respond to his calls.
