The incident occurred at approximately 7:00 pm in front of a popular eatery, Kilimanjaro, located in the Ekeki area of Yenagoa. Eyewitnesses say the attackers forcefully bundled the judge into a Toyota Hilux van before fleeing the scene.
Justice Omukoro, a former chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sagbama Branch, was reportedly on a casual outing when the incident took place. It is believed he had stopped at the eatery, possibly for dinner, when he was intercepted.
A video clipcurrently circulating online shows the moment the judge was taken, although details surrounding the abduction remain unclear. As of Sunday morning, his whereabouts were still unknown, and no group has claimed responsibility.
The Bayelsa State Judiciary has yet to issue an official statement on the matter. However, in a swift response, the state police command said it has deployed tactical units and surveillance drones to track down the kidnappers.
Speaking to the press, Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Musa Mohammed, confirmed the development.
“The command has deployed tactical teams and drones to trail and arrest the hoodlums,” Mohammed stated.
Authorities urge the public to remain calm and report any suspicious movement or information that could assist the ongoing rescue operation.
