Some pupils and staff of Apostolic Faith Group of Schools, who were kidnapped on Monday in Emure Ekiti have regained their freedom.
The victims were said to be released in the early hours of Sunday.
A confirmation from the Ekiti State Police Command Spokesperson, Sunday Abutu on Sunday morning, however, indicated that the driver is dead.
The police PPRO said, “All victims were rescued today at about 1.30am, but unfortunately, we lost the driver who was suspectedly killed by the abductors.”
They were kidnapped on Monday evening along Emure – Eporo Road while returning to Eporo after closing school.
Confirming the development, a government official at Emure Ekiti, said, “The abductees are here, the parents and family members are here. I will give you details shortly.”
A source, who also confirmed the development, said that officials of the state Ministry of Health were on the ground to take them to Ado Ekiti, the state capital for medical attention.
Kazeem Badmus is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience. A professional in journalism and media writing, Kazeem prioritses accuracy and factual reportage of issues. He is also a dexterous finder of the truth with conscious delivery of unbiased and development oriented stories.
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