In a shocking and disturbing incident, gunmen have kidnapped a former Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Abdulwaheed Omar, in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

According to eyewitnesses, the abduction occurred in the early hours of Saturday, July 7, 2024, when armed men stormed Comrade Omar’s residence in the Gwarimpa area of Abuja. The gunmen, who were reportedly dressed in military uniforms, overpowered the security personnel on duty and whisked away the former NLC Chairman.

Comrade Abdulwaheed Omar, a renowned labour leader and advocate for workers’ rights, served as the NLC Chairman from 2007 to 2015. His kidnap has sent shockwaves across the country, with many calling for his immediate release.

The motive behind the abduction is still unknown, but it is suspected to be a ransom kidnapping. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and outrage, with demands for the authorities to ensure Comrade Omar’s safe return.

The Nigerian Police Force has promised to investigate the incident and rescue the former NLC Chairman. As the search for Comrade Omar continues, the nation holds its breath, hoping for a swift and safe resolution to this disturbing incident.This brazen attack on a prominent labour leader has raised concerns about the growing insecurity in Nigeria and the need for increased security measures to protect citizens, especially prominent figures. The incident has also brought to the forefront the need for urgent attention to the nation’s security challenges.