Gunmen have abducted Hon. Laven Denty Jacob, a member of the Plateau State House of Assembly representing Pankshin South Constituency.

The incident occurred on Monday night at his residence in the Dong community, Jos North Local Government Area. Witnesses said the lawmaker was taken at about 7:30 pm while waiting for his security guard to open the gate.

Reports indicate that masked men overpowered the gatekeeper before whisking the legislator away. The vehicle used for the abduction has not been confirmed, and as of the time of filing this report, no contact has been made with the family regarding ransom.

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The Dong community has recorded several recent cases of abduction, including the kidnapping of NYSC members and university students, fueling growing concerns over insecurity in Plateau State.

Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident.