Mother And Daughter Slain By Kidnappers Laid To Rest In Benue

Mother And Daughter Slain By Kidnappers Laid To Rest In Benue

In a heart-wrenching ceremony, Mrs. Maria Agbo and her daughter, Christiana, who fell victim to the brutality of kidnappers in Abuja, were laid to rest in their hometown of Owukpa, Benue State….READ ALSO Police Neutralize Kidnappers, Gunrunners, And Seize Cache Of Weapons

The somber funeral rites took place on Thursday, February 8, 2024, marking the final farewell to the beloved mother and daughter duo.

Reports from LIB revealed the tragic circumstances surrounding their demise. Maria had traveled to Abuja to provide care and support to her daughter, Christiana, who had recently welcomed a newborn after a decade of longing for a child.

However, their joyous reunion turned into a nightmare when kidnappers stormed their home near the Mopol Barracks in the Dei-Dei area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The assailants abducted Maria, Christiana, and the newborn baby, demanding a staggering N90 million ransom from the family for their release.

After tense negotiations, the kidnappers agreed to accept N10 million as ransom. Yet, despite the family’s desperate efforts to secure their freedom, tragedy struck when news arrived that Christiana and her mother had been mercilessly killed by their captors. The newborn baby was abandoned in a hospital, left orphaned by the senseless violence.

The untimely demise of Maria and Christiana has sent shockwaves through their community, highlighting the urgent need for improved security measures to combat the scourge of kidnapping and violence in the country. As their loved ones bid them a tearful farewell, their memories will forever be cherished, and their tragic deaths serve as a stark reminder of the need for justice and safety for all.