Community leader killed, daughter abducted in Edo

Metro Community leader killed, daughter abducted in Edo Published on February 25, 2026 By Nana Ismail Suspected kidnappers have shot and killed a community leader in Edo State and abducted his daughter along with another young woman. According to Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred at around 9:40 pm on February 23 at the victim’s home in Idoa community, Esan West Local Government Area. The victim, identified as 50-year-old Chief Jimoh Jacob, was reportedly attacked at his residence. He died during the assault. His 23-year-old daughter, Nene Jacob, was taken by the gunmen together with a friend, whose name has not yet been confirmed. The body of the deceased has been transferred to a morgue for examination. Security operatives have launched a search operation in the area. They are combing nearby bushes and surrounding communities in a bid to rescue the abducted women and apprehend those responsible. Don't Miss Frequent hippopotamus attacks in Adamawa community claim third victim You may like ADC condemns Edo gun attack, heads to ECOWAS Court Assassination attempt on Peter Obi: Edo govt suggests who may be responsible Gunmen kidnap councillor in Nasarawa NDLEA arrests 68-year-old grandmother for drug trafficking in Edo Edo Govt gives reason for ‘assassination attempt’ on Peter Obi Gunmen invade Ondo Celestial Church, abduct six worshippers

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