Mr. Francis Igwe, father of former Ebonyi Deputy Governor, Kelechi Igwe, has been kidnapped, police confirmed.

SP Joshua Ukandu, Spokesman, Police Command in Ebonyi told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abakaliki on Sunday that the victim was abducted on Sunday morning.

Ukandu said that he was kidnapped on his way to church at Ndufu-Alike community, Ikwo local government area (LGA) of Ebonyi.

“Yes, it is true, we are aware of the matter. He was kidnapped in Ikwo Council Area. Our men have been mobilised to the area for investigation and to find means for his rescue.

“It is very unfortunate,” he added.

Also confirming the incident, the council Chairman, Mr Sunday Nwankwo, said the council is collaborating with security agents to find how he could be rescued. (NAN)