Eniola Ojajuni, the National President of the Afenifere Youth Council, has been abducted by unknown gunmen in Abuja.
In a statement, the council’s national secretary, Abiodun Aderohunmu, confirmed the kidnapping, which occurred on Monday, February 17. The abductors are reportedly demanding a ransom of N100 million.
“The Afenifere National Youths Council is deeply saddened to announce the kidnapping of its National President, Prince Eniola Joseph Ojajuni, in Abuja, Nigeria. The unfortunate incident took place yesterday, and the kidnappers have demanded a ransom of N100,000,000,” Aderohunmu said.
During the abduction, Ojajuni sustained a bullet wound to his buttock. The group expressed grave concern for his safety and well-being, urging the kidnappers to release him unharmed.
Prince Ojajuni, a prominent Nigerian figure, is known for his advocacy for youth empowerment and development.
The group has called on the federal government and security agencies to act quickly to secure Ojajuni’s release and urged Nigerians with relevant information to come forward.
The FCT police command has yet to comment on the incident.
