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A tragic case of abduction and murder has sparked fresh concerns over insecurity, as the family of a young man, Adams Thompson Omoakane, mourns his death after he was allegedly lured by friends and later killed.
Speaking during a radio interview on Sliverbird, the victim’s sister, Adeboye Loveth, narrated how the incident unfolded, describing the sequence of events that led to her brother’s disappearance and eventual death.
According to her, the ordeal began shortly after the family celebrated Adams’ academic milestone. “When he checked the JAMB, his score was 200… we drank champagne, we celebrated in the house,” she said.
Loveth explained that Adams later informed her of plans to visit a friend identified as Elijah in Abomadi. Despite initial hesitation, the family allowed him to go, expecting him back within hours. However, he never returned.
As concern grew, the family repeatedly tried to reach him. “We started calling, calling, calling… the phone was ringing, nobody was picking,” she recalled.
The situation escalated when an unknown answered Adams’ phone in the early hours of the next day. Soon after, the family received instructions to download a messaging app, where disturbing images of the victim tied up were sent.
“They sent me the picture… they tied his mouth and chained his leg,” Loveth said.
The abductors initially demanded a ransom of ₦150 million, later increasing their demands while negotiations continued. “If you want to see your brother… raise 150 million,” she quoted them as saying.
Despite efforts involving the police and tracking attempts, the family’s hopes were dashed. Loveth revealed that the kidnappers never allowed direct communication with Adams, only sending pre-recorded voice notes.
“I keep requesting, let me speak with him… they didn’t allow me,” she said.
The suspect linked to the crime has reportedly been apprehended by authorities, but the incident has left a grieving family and renewed calls for stronger action against rising insecurity.
