Some notorious gunmen suspected to be armed robbers on Wednesday invaded the home of late Moshood Abiola, winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, in Ikeja, Lagos.
It was gathered that money in different currencies and denominations were carted away by the gunmen.
They were said to have entered and escaped through the fence of the building.
The family in a statement signed and released on its behalf by Tundun Abiola said the hoodlums ransacked the house and stole cash and other valuable items.
Read full statement below:
GUN-WIELDING HOODLUMS INVADE MKO ABIOLA’S IKEJA RESIDENCE
In the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, 2nd September, armed men invaded and ransacked the residence of Chief MKO Abiola in Ikeja, Lagos.
The hoodlums subjected the family to extreme emotional torture and harassment and stole cash and other valuable items belonging to the family.
The police have since been informed. The crime is being investigated.
We are consoled by the fact that no life was lost in this unfortunate and frightening incident.
We give glory to Almighty Allah and we thank friends and family members across the world who have called and sent messages of support and solidarity.
Signed,
