The former representative of Lafia/Obi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Joseph Haruna Kigbu, was kidnapped on Monday by suspected bandits.
The incident occurred around 6:00 p.m. as he traveled to Jos.
The attack took place between Nunku in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State and Gwantu in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State. 
During the abduction, the armed men shot and killed the police escort assigned to protect Kigbu when he tried to resist them.
Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers fired multiple gunshots, causing fear and confusion among other travelers in the area.
Villagers in the region confirmed the kidnapping, pointing out that the location has been notorious for criminal activities over the years. They have renewed calls for increased security to address the ongoing safety challenges in the region.
