Security agencies in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State have arrested a suspect following the reported abduction of two children from their family residence along Abalamabie Road.
The incident reportedly occurred at about 10 p.m. on Monday, October 12, 2026, when unidentified individuals allegedly took the children away.
The Bonny Local Government Council disclosed this in a press statement issued on Wednesday, October 14, assuring residents that efforts were ongoing to locate the children and arrest other suspects.
The statement said the Nigeria Police Force, working with the Bonny Surveillance Security Team, had commenced investigations into the incident.
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It added that preliminary investigations had led to the arrest of one suspect, who is currently in police custody, while other suspects remain at large.
The Chairman of Bonny Local Government Area, Hon. Abinye Blessing Pepple, condemned the abduction and assured the public that the council was providing the necessary support to security agencies to ensure the children’s safe return.
He also urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with security operatives.
The council called on anyone with useful information about the incident to report to the Bonny Police Station or other relevant security authorities to assist the ongoing investigation.
