Professor Herbert Bata, a newly elevated full professor at the University of Uyo, has been kidnapped in Owerri, Imo State. The incident occurred while he was returning from a trip.

According to eyewitness accounts, the professor was abducted alongside several others. A colleague who managed to escape confirmed the kidnapping and described the incident as traumatic.

As of the time of this report, the police and the authorities have yet to issue an official statement on the issue. Meanwhile, the academic community and concerned citizens have called for prayers and swift action to secure his release.