Residents of Calabar, the capital of Cross River State, are currently experiencing a sense of fear and unease due to a rising number of reports about the disappearance of male private organs, as stated in a report by Vanguard News on September 16th, 2023.
Over the past two weeks, what initially began as rumors from distant areas has gradually spread throughout the city, with almost everyone claiming to know someone whose private organ has vanished after a simple encounter such as a handshake or physical contact with strangers.
This situation has raised several questions in the minds of the people. They are curious about who could be responsible for these disappearances, what motives they might have, and what fate awaits those who have lost their private organs. The authenticity of these claims is also being scrutinized, with some wondering if they are genuine or if they are merely attempts to incite chaos in the city.
The Cross River State Government, through its Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, has issued a statement denying the veracity of these claims. This official position has been supported by the Cross River State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Ms. Irene Ugbo, who labeled the claims as the work of troublemakers. She has urged the public to continue their daily routines without fear.
However, the residents of Calabar remain skeptical of the assurances from the police and government. Reports of missing private organs continue to emerge from different parts of the town, leading to disturbances and unrest.
It is alleged that there have been over fifteen cases of organ disappearance reported throughout the city, with some victims having their organs returned by the perpetrators, while others have not been so fortunate.
According to a spare parts dealer named Chibuike, there are rumors that these organs are being sold on the black market for exorbitant prices. He claims that the organs are used for ritual purposes to generate money, and anyone whose genitalia is stolen will die within a few days. Chibuike warns that unless the authorities take decisive action to address this alarming situation, more people will fall victim to these crimes.
In response to the prevailing fear and uncertainty, men in the city have resorted to carrying bitter kola and alligator pepper in their pockets or holding their private organs tightly while walking in public or using public transportation. The increased demand for bitter kola has led to a rise in its price.
Reports of organ disappearances have emerged from various areas in the city, including Atimbo, Nyahasang, Moore Road, Satellite Town, Ekpo Abasi, 8 Miles, Watt Market, Atakpa/Mayne Avenue, and other locations.
Residents have shared their accounts of these incidents. For example, one resident named Blessing Ngi mentioned an occurrence in her area where a person lost their penis, but it was only restored after a confrontation with the perpetrator.
A particularly dramatic incident took place on the outskirts of the city along the Goodluck Jonathan bypass. An angry mob had gathered to attack two young men after a person claimed that their penis and testicles had disappeared following a handshake with the duo. The prompt arrival of the police prevented the lynching.
Some residents have taken to carrying bitter kola and alligator pepper as protective measures against potential attacks on their genitals. However, it is worth noting that some residents claim this protection to be ineffective.
A resident shared their experience with Saturday Vanguard, stating that their friend, whose organ had disappeared, had filled their pocket with bitter kola and alligator pepper.
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