The Edo State Police Command on Saturday confirmed the abduction of two brothers in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state. The abduction of the two brothers, identified as Ibrahim and Tahir Abu, has reportedly thrown their Iyetse Clan, Utsogun Heritage Zone, into panic. Ibrahim, who is currently on his housemanship at Edo State Teaching Hospital, Auchi, was said to have been abducted with his brother while trying to access his residence after work on January 2. A family source said: “The abduction occurred in front of his residence, off City Pride Road, Ibira Camp, Auchi, Edo State, while he was attempting to open his gate after returning from work. She said, “Yes, this unfortunate incident was brought to the attention of the Edo State Police Command on 2nd January, 2026 at about 8:30pm.

Source: The Guardian January 04, 2026 20:44 UTC