Midnight Pandemonium: Health Workers Kidnapped in Oke Ijebu, Akure
Suspected kidnappers have abducted six medical personnel during a midnight attack on a health facility in the Oke Ijebu area of Akure, throwing residents into panic and fear.
The attack, which occurred around 2:00 a.m. on Saturday, was carried out at a health centre opposite Mega School, where the gunmen reportedly arrived in a large bus and forcefully gained entry into the premises.
Eyewitness accounts revealed that the attackers, believed to be heavily armed, overpowered the few people present at the facility and systematically rounded up health workers, including interns who were on night duty.
One of the patients at the centre, who narrowly escaped the ordeal, recounted that the gunmen operated with precision and speed, leaving little room for resistance.
“They came in a big bus and entered the hospital forcefully. Before anyone could react, they gathered all the staff on duty and marched them outside. They took about six of them away,” the witness said.
The abductors reportedly bundled the victims into the waiting vehicle and sped off to an unknown destination, throwing the entire community into confusion and distress.
As of the time of filing this report, security agencies have yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident or confirm efforts being made to track down the perpetrators and rescue the victims.
Residents of Oke Ijebu have expressed shock over the daring nature of the attack, describing it as a disturbing escalation of insecurity in the area. Many have called on relevant authorities to intensify surveillance and ensure the immediate and safe return of the abducted health workers.
The incident has also sparked renewed concerns about the safety of healthcare providers, particularly those working night shifts in vulnerable locations.
Authorities are expected to commence investigations as pressure mounts for swift action to bring the perpetrators to justice. Further updates will be provided as more information emerges.
