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Plateau Lawmaker Laven Jacob Abducted by Gunmen in Jos
Gunmen kidnapped Plateau lawmaker Laven Jacob from his Jos residence on Sept 22, 2025. Police launch rescue operation as family awaits contact from abductors.
Gunmen have kidnapped Hon. Laven Jacob, the lawmaker representing Pankshin South Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly.
The incident occurred on Monday night at his residence in Angwan Kaji, located in Dong, Jos North Local Government Area.
Two close associates—a former aide from his days as Vice Chairman of Pankshin Local Government and a staff member of the Assembly—confirmed the abduction but requested anonymity. They explained that the assailants ambushed Jacob at the entrance of his home as he returned and whisked him away.
Confirming the report, Plateau State Police Command spokesperson, Alfred Alabo, said:
“The Command received a report on 22/09/2025, that one Danti Laven Jacob was intercepted by unknown hoodlums while driving into his house at about 08:00 pm and abducted to an unknown destination.
On receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Rantya Division and the Officer in Charge, Anti-Kidnapping Unit Jos mobilized to the scene and are currently combing the bushes to rescue the victim.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Adesina, has directed the Area Commander Bukuru to deploy all DPOs and Tactical/Patrol Teams within the metropolis to join in the ongoing operation, and ensure the safe rescue of the victim.”
As of press time, no contact has been made with the lawmaker’s family regarding his whereabouts.
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