Retired Superintendent of Police, Chief James Omafuaire, who was kidnapped some two days ago, has regained freedom from his abductors.
Chief Omafuaire was abducted alongside his wife and one other person by suspected Fulani herdsmen at his Ikpeshi quarry site in Akoko Edo Area of Edo State.
The former Igarra Divisional Police Officer regained his freedom on Wednesday night after the payment of ransom.
His abductors demanded a ransom of twenty five million naira but as at the time of filing this report, TheNewsGuru cannot confirm if Omafuaire actually paid the total ransom.
“I was kidnapped by Fulani kidnappers in my quarry last Monday but was released after paying ransom in the evening of Wednesday,” a text message Chief Omafuaire sent out breaking the news of his release read.
“I am very grateful to all my well-wishers who participated in prayers and in contribution of monies and in kinds towards my release. May God bless you all,” he added.
The news of Omafuaire’s release led to spontaneous celebration in his home town of Okperhe-Olomu and Jattu where he is resides.
