Gunmen abduct traditional ruler’s wife in Edo
Queen Florence Ikhumhen, wife of the Onojie of Ewatto community in Esan South East local government of Edo state, His Royal Highness Ikhumhen 11, has been kidnapped by gunmen suspected of be kidnappers.Queen Ikhumhen just retired as the Principal of Itohan Grammar School, Benin city.
She was abducted on Sunday nightalong with her daughter at their Bénin City residence around Jemilla area in Ikpoba-Okha local government area.They were said to have taken them away in a speed boat through the Ikpoba River.Sources said the kidnappers have made contact with the family but the amount being demanded was unknown.
Spokesman for the Edo police command, DSP Chidi Nwabuzor, said he has been informed about the incident.
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