A female banker, identified only as Ifeoma, has been murdered by suspected kidnappers in Anambra State despite her family paying a ransom for her release.
Ifeoma was abducted in Onitsha and held for several days before the kidnappers contacted her family, demanding ransom. A source close to the family, who requested anonymity, confirmed the tragic event, revealing that the kidnappers received an undisclosed amount of money. Unfortunately, Ifeoma was not freed, and her body was later discovered along the road.
The source stated, “Her body was found near Ideani Junction, along the Nnobi-Alor Road in Idemili South Local Government Area, despite the ransom being paid. She was kidnapped in Onitsha, and after several days, the kidnappers reached out to the family for ransom, but she was found dead shortly after. There are suspicions that she may have recognized the kidnappers, leading them to eliminate her to avoid being exposed. The family is devastated by the loss.”
Anambra State Police Command spokesman Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed the discovery of the body, adding that investigations have begun. “The command received information about a female corpse found along the Nnobi-Alor Road, allegedly abandoned by suspected kidnappers. The body has been evacuated, and investigations are underway to determine the circumstances of her death,” Ikenga stated.
In a separate case, the police also addressed the release of two Catholic nuns and another victim kidnapped by assailants, urging the freed victims to come forward for debriefing to aid investigations. Ikenga emphasized the command’s commitment to improving security and ensuring public safety, stating, “We are ready to collaborate with victims to take necessary action and prevent further criminal activities, while enhancing security operations across the state.”