A traditional ruler in the Sunshine State of Ondo who was earlier abducted by some gunmen demanding for ransom has regained his freedom.
Oba Joel Daodu
The Oba was found walking by the roadside in Ayede-Ogbese, along Akure-Owo highway from where he was then taken to the police station.
This was confirmed to Channels Television by both the Chief Press Secretary to the Ondo State Governor, Segun Ajiboye, and the spokesman for the Ondo State Police Command, Mr. Femi Joseph.
Following Oba Daodu's abduction, his captors demanded a sum of five million Naira for his release, but after negotiation, it was reduced to three million Naira. Mr. Joseph stated that the Oba did not inform the police of any payment being made to secure his release.
He added that investigation is ongoing to bring the kidnappers to justice.