A Plateau State lawmaker, Hon. Denty Laven Jacob, representing Pankshin South Constituency, has been abducted by unknown gunmen from his home in the Jos North Local Government Area. The incident occurred on Monday, according to reports.

Jacob was taken from his residence in the Dong area, a community that has recently experienced a surge in kidnapping and criminal activities. A family member, who chose to remain anonymous, stated that the lawmaker was abducted upon returning home from an outing with friends. It is suspected that the kidnappers trailed Jacob from the venue of his outing.

As of Tuesday morning, the kidnappers had not made any contact with the family to demand a ransom, and the current condition of the abducted lawmaker remains unknown. The family member expressed concern over the growing insecurity in the area, citing a recent incident where a social media food vendor and her brother, a corps member, were kidnapped and later released after a ransom was paid.

The Plateau State government, police, and other security agencies have not released an official statement on the abduction. The incident adds to the escalating wave of insecurity in the state, which has experienced a significant increase in criminal activities in recent months.

The abduction of Hon. Denty Laven Jacob has raised concerns about the safety and security of residents in the area, particularly in the Dong community. The incident highlights the need for increased security measures to combat the growing threat of kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state.

The family of the abducted lawmaker is awaiting news about his condition and any potential demands from the kidnappers. The incident is a reminder of the ongoing security challenges facing Plateau State and the need for authorities to take decisive action to address the issue.