Fouani MD group among those kidnapped in daring boat attack

Armed robbers carried out a daring kidnapping in central Lagos, Nigeria on Friday night. Fouani Group CEO Mohamed Fouani, along with three Lebanese nationals, were kidnapped while on a boat from Apapa to Victoria Island. The incident occurred around Falomo Bridge, shocking the city’s business community.

According to anonymous sources, the kidnappers have demanded a staggering ransom of $1.5 million for the release of their high-ranking hostages. Fouani groupmajor 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 residential area of ​​Ikoyi, 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 safer areas of the city. city.

Security analyst Freedom Onuoha said it was outrageous and unacceptable that this happened in the international trade hub of Ikoyi. These guys are closer than you think, but security agencies claim they cannot trace them.

The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident and said that the police were investigating the matter. However, he declined to provide further details, including the names of those kidnapped and specific details about the kidnapping.

The kidnapping of Mohamed Fouani and his accomplices is a stark reminder of the growing security challenges facing businesses and foreigners in Nigeria. It emphasized the need for increased vigilance and improved security measures to protect individuals and companies operating in the country.

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