Armed robbers carried out a daring kidnapping in downtown Lagos, Nigeria, on Friday night. Fouani Group CEO Mohamed Fouani, along with three Lebanese nationals, were abducted while sailing from Apapa to Victoria Island. The incident took place around the Falomo Bridge, sending shockwaves through the city’s business community.
According to anonymous sources, the kidnappers have demanded a whopping $1.5 million ransom for the release of their high-profile hostages. Fouani Groupa major distributor of LG and Hisense products, has yet to issue a statement on the incident.
The kidnapping has raised serious concerns about the security situation in Lagos, especially in the upscale Ikoyi neighbourhood where the attack took place. Many Nigerians have expressed outrage and disbelief on social media, questioning how such a brazen act could have happened in what is considered one of the safest areas of the city.
Security analyst Freedom Onuoha said it was absurd and unacceptable that this happened at the Ikoyi International Mall. These guys are closer than you think, but security agencies claim they cannot track them.
Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the incident, stating that police were investigating the matter. However, he declined to provide further details, including the names of the abducted individuals and specifics of the kidnapping.
The kidnapping of Mohamed Fouani and his companions is a stark reminder of the growing security challenges facing businesses and foreigners in Nigeria. It underscores the need for increased vigilance and improved security measures to protect individuals and companies operating in the country.
