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The Digest:

Two sisters, Juliet and Ngozi Nancy Chukwu, have been arrested by Enugu State police for orchestrating the kidnapping of their brother, Friday Chukwu. They allegedly demanded N30m ransom for his release. The pair is a security agent, and their actions raise concerns about internal corruption within the services.

Key Points:

  • Two sisters, Juliet and Ngozi Nancy Chukwu, were arrested for plotting their brother's abduction.
  • The incident occurred near the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway.
  • N30m ransom was reportedly paid for the victim's release.
  • The sisters are security agents, working with the Nigerian Civil Defence and Immigration Services.
  • The kidnappers were caught in a hotel while sharing the ransom money from a separate kidnapping.
  • Authorities are investigating the duo's potential involvement in other crimes.
  • Local government authorities have escalated the matter to the Enugu Police and the Ebonyi State authorities.
  • Public outcry calls for accountability from the agencies involved.
This case underscores the troubling involvement of security officers in criminal activities, demanding a broader investigation into corruption within law enforcement. The sisters’ arrest highlights the urgent need for stricter oversight.


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