Mallam Abdulkadir, a former principal in Kaduna who was kidnapped by criminals in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has been released by his captors.
The retired principal was abducted while delivering ransom to secure the release of some villagers in the area.
Senator Shehu Sani, the former federal lawmaker representing Kaduna Central confirmed his release on his official social media handle Tuesday.
According to Senator Sani, Mallam Abdulkadir, was beaten and lost a tooth due to delayed payment of ransom.
Sani wrote “Mallam Abdulkadir, the retired Kaduna principal who was held by kidnappers for delivering ransom has been released earlier today.
“He was thoroughly beaten and lost his tooth for delayed payment,” he said.