UPDATE ON THE SUSPECTED KIDNAPPING CASE IN EKPOMA Fresh details have emerged regarding the suspected kidnapping case that drew the attention of residents and security operatives in Ekpoma earlier today. According to information shared by a community leader who spoke on the development, the incident reportedly began yesterday when a young man, said to have recently returned from abroad, noticed an aboki allegedly following him around the town. The young man, whose identity is being withheld for security reasons, had come to visit his family. Sources said he confronted the suspect and questioned why he was being followed. The suspect reportedly denied the allegation, leading to an argument. The young man then raised an alarm, attracting youths in the area who apprehended the suspect before contacting security operatives. The suspect was subsequently taken into custody for questioning. During preliminary interrogation, he allegedly confessed to being involved in kidnapping activities. According to the source, the suspect claimed he had been involved in the criminal act for about three years and allegedly mentioned the Emaudo area as one of the locations where their operations were carried out. The suspect was also said to have mentioned other individuals allegedly connected to the operation, including a man reportedly residing on Gideon Street, whom he described as his "boss." He further identified another suspect said to be from Taraba State and who has allegedly been living in Ekpoma since 2013. However, the second suspect reportedly declined to make any statement during questioning. In addition, the suspect allegedly revealed that the group uses several motorcycles for surveillance and information gathering, raising concerns among residents about the activities of criminal elements operating under the guise of commercial transportation. Security operatives later visited the location on Gideon Street mentioned by the suspect. According to available information, authorities reportedly discovered substances suspected to be drugs and a significant amount of cash at the premises which they said it use for Bureau De Change (BDC) operator. However, no firearm, including the widely rumoured AK-47 rifle, was reportedly found during the operation. At the time of filing this report, the alleged leader of the group had not been arrested, and investigations remain ongoing. Meanwhile, residents have been urged to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information capable of causing panic or damaging the image of the town. Security operatives have assured the public that they are committed to carrying out a thorough investigation and bringing anyone found culpable to justice. This remains a developing story, and more updates are expected as investigations continue. No pictures or videos recording was allowed. #ekpoma #aau #insecurity #trend #goviral - @i_am_that_i_am01