In a tragic turn of events, kidnappers in Edo State have killed one of two brothers they abducted earlier this month. The incident has sent shockwaves through the Auchi community, highlighting the persistent security challenges in the region.
A Deadly Abduction on City Pride Road
The attack occurred on the evening of Friday, January 2, 2026, at the victims' residence located on City Pride Road within the Igbira Camp area of Auchi. The assailants targeted the two brothers, Abu and Ibrahim Momoh, just as they were attempting to enter their family compound. The gunmen subsequently took both men into a nearby bush.
Their father, Mr. Tahir Momoh, confirmed the devastating news on Monday, January 5. He stated that the corpse of his younger son, Abu Momoh, was discovered on Monday morning. In accordance with Islamic rites, the family proceeded to bury him on the same day he was found.
Doctor Remains in Captivity
While the family mourns Abu, grave concerns remain for the safety of his elder brother, Ibrahim Momoh. Ibrahim is a medical doctor currently undergoing his housemanship at the Edo State Teaching Hospital in Auchi. The kidnappers are still holding him captive, and his current condition or the demands made by his abductors have not been publicly disclosed.
The abduction of a healthcare professional from a major public hospital has raised alarms about the targeting of professionals in the state. The incident underscores the brazen nature of criminal gangs operating in Estako West Local Government Area.
Community and Security Implications
This violent crime has left the local community in Igbira Camp and the wider Auchi area in a state of fear and mourning. The killing of one victim while holding another demonstrates a chilling escalation in the tactics of kidnappers in Southern Nigeria.
The case adds to the growing list of security incidents in Edo State, putting pressure on local and state security apparatuses. Residents are calling for more decisive action to curb the activities of kidnap syndicates and ensure the safe release of Dr. Ibrahim Momoh.
The police and other security agencies are expected to intensify efforts to track the kidnappers and secure the doctor's freedom. The community awaits further updates while hoping for a positive resolution to this harrowing ordeal.
