Robbers Allegedly Invade Aso Rock, Cart Away Cash, Valuables
LAGOS MAY 10TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja has reportedly been invaded by a gang of armed robbers who escaped with a lot of items.
It was reported that the residences of the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Professor Ibrahim Gambari as well as that of an admin officer, Abubakar Maikano within the premises of the Villa were specific targets.
According to Peoples Gazette, the robbers took away many valuables from both residences during the attack.
The report added that both Gambari and Maikano were forced to temporarily abandon their residences in the Villa due to the strange occurrence.
“Their houses were robbed and the robbers packed money and other valuable assets from both houses.
“The robbers took away as much as possible from both places,” a security officer quoted in the report alleged.
“What is more unfortunate is that no one has been arrested,” the source added.
Meanwhile, the Presidency has confirmed a robbery attempt at the residence of Professor Ibrahim Gambari, the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari.
Presidential spokesperson, Garba Shehu, confirmed the incident in a tweet on Monday.
Shehu’s confirmation came hours after an online newspaper reported that the robbers had invaded the Presidential Villa and emptied Gambari’s house.
“The Chief of Staff, Professor Ibrahim Gambari has confirmed that there “was a foolish attempt” to burgle his residence at 3:00am this morning but it turned out to be unsuccessful.
“Professor Gambari, whose house is on a street next to the Villa has assured that there is nothing to worry about from the incident,” said Shehu reportedly affirmed..
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