The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has pleaded with the abductors of the past president of the body, Chief Okey Wali, SAN, to release him unconditionally.

Wali was kidnapped in the early hours of Monday, on the East–West Road, of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers, after his morcade was attacked by unidentified men.

“I, therefore, hereby plead with the abductors not to harm Wali and make a passionate appeal for his release to his family.

“The NBA stands with and assures his family of our full support in this trying period, even as we join in praying for his safe return home,”

“This ugly incident is yet another sad reminder of the weakness in the nation’s security system and the need for government to live up to the constitutional duty of providing for the welfare and security of all Nigerians.

“We urge the Inspector-General of Police and the Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Command, to leave no stone unturned as they work towards the safe release of our dear learned friend,” he said.

Almost 9 years ago on Oct. 15, 2014, Wali was abducted in Rumualogu in Port Harcourt while on his way to visit his brother in the neighbourhood.