Gunmen abduct Franc Utoo in Abuja
Barrister Franc Utoo, a foremost Benue born social activist has been abducted by unknown gunmen. It was learnt that Barrister Utoo was abducted on Saturday in the presence of his two children, around Chambian Plaza in Gwarimpa, Abuja.
The abductors were said to have trailed Utoo from his house when he went out with the kids and house help to pick some groceries from a supermarket.
The abductors reportedly told the house help that they had a message from a top party official in Benue State.
A police source in Makurdi who pleaded not to be named as he had no authority to speak on the matter, confirmed the arrest of the social activist.
Meanwhile, the Benue State governor,Samuel Ortom has condemned the abduction of the lawyer.
The Governor described Utoo as a brave man saying his abduction was uncalled for. “I join you and numerous friends of Franc Utoo to call for his immediate release.
We can’t afford to have one of our bravest men held hostage at a time we need him most,” he added.
