Ex-Immigration CG, Parradang, killed by suspected kidnappers in Abuja

Retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), David Shikfu Parradang, has been killed by unknown gunmen suspected to be kidnappers in Abuja.

A security source, Zagazola Makama, hinted that Parradang was abducted in Area 1, Abuja, in the early hours of Tuesday after being trailed from a bank where he had withdrawn money.

According to sources, the assailants took the cash from him before eventually killing him.

The tragic incident has raised fresh concerns over security in the Federal Capital Territory, particularly regarding the increasing cases of kidnappings and targeted attacks.

Parradang, who served in the NIS for over 30 years, held various positions across the country, including Comptroller General and postings in Kano, Lagos, Kwara, Enugu states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He also attended several professional courses both within Nigeria and internationally.

In recognition of his service, he was awarded the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Federal Republic (OFR) and was a distinguished graduate of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS).

Security agencies have reportedly launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his abduction and killing, with efforts ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators.

The FCT Police Command is yet to speak on the matter. However, the news has sent shockwaves to residents of Abuja, who fear that insecurity has begun to fester in the seat of power.

Nigeria Immigration headquarters has suspended a parade billed for tomorrow over the killing.