The abducted Peoples Democratic Party chairman in Edo State, Tony Aziegbemi, has been released by his captors. Aziegbemi returned to his residence around 3 a.m. on Tuesday after spending about 11 days in captivity. The news of his release was confirmed by Senator Odion Ugbesia around 6:17 a.m., although it's unclear if any ransom was paid for his freedom.
Aziegbemi was abducted close to his house on March 15 at about 11 p.m. on Idaro Street, off Country Home Road, Benin, Edo State. The incident occurred after he left a meeting at the Government House and was heading home in his vehicle. He was kidnapped in the presence of his driver, who was trying to navigate a speed bump.
A family source had disclosed that the abductors demanded N500 million ransom for his release, and they contacted his family on Friday. However, Aziegbemi stated that he was not maltreated during his time in captivity and expressed happiness at being reunited with his family. He acknowledged that such incidents are part of the challenges faced in his position.
