Gunmen Kidnap Newly Called To Bar Lawyer, Sister In Kogi, Demand N20 Million Ransom

Barrister Onyesom Peace Udoka, a newly called to bar lawyer, has been reportedly kidnapped alongside her sister while returning home from her Call to Bar ceremony.

It was learnt that the abduction occurred around Lokoja, Kogi State, on Friday, September 27, 2025, just days after she was called to the bar on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Abuja.

According to a public post shared on X by Blue Lawyer with handle @Rhave_official, Udoka, a graduate of Ambrose Alli University and law school at Enugu Campus, was taken by her captors, who are now demanding a N20 million ransom for her release.

The plea for help was made public by a colleague who wrote, “My friend and colleague has been kidnapped on her way home from the Call To Bar ceremony. Please we need help. There’s a 20 million naira ransom on her and her sister”.

Also Read: Akpabio Considers Stepping Down As Senate Moves To Suspend Natasha Indefinitely

In a public notice Blue Lawyer shared on X, she was on a vehicle from Abuja to Benin, the Edo State capital.

For all breaking news and latest gist:

👉 JOIN GISTSMATE WHATSAPP CHANNEL

The incident highlights the growing concern over insecurity and kidnappings in Nigeria, particularly in Kogi State.

In a similar incident, a District Head, Alhaji Zubairu Usman Garba, and two women were abducted in Plateau State’s Kanam Local Government Area.

The frequency of such incidents underscores the need for enhanced security measures to protect citizens.

In a recent development, a community in Katsina State reached a peace agreement with bandits, resulting in the release of abducted victims.

While this provides hope for some communities, others continue to face the harsh reality of kidnappings and violence.

The case of Barrister Onyesom Peace Udoka serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for effective solutions to address the security challenges plaguing Nigeria.

Also Read: FLASH: Panic As Gunmen Abduct Woman, Toddler In Fresh Kogi Attack

WARNING: If You Are Not 18+, Don’t Click The Link Below 👇🫣
https://pupilchangesjustified.com/m3e85u39j?key=f0014e9d9438d5115e4d66e73ca3f04b

https://otieu.com/4/8902554

Please don’t forget to “Allow the notification” so you will be the first to get our gist when we publish it.

Drop your comment in the section below, and don’t forget to share the post.

Never Miss A Single News Or Gist, Kindly Join Us On WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vad8g81Eawdsio6INn3B

Telegram Channel:
https://t.me/gistsmateNG