By Abiola Olawale
The Channels Television reporter, Joshua Rogers, who was abducted from his residence in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State, has regained his freedom.
It was gathered that the reporter was released around 10 p.m. on Friday, about 24 hours after being abducted from his home in Rumuosi, Obio/Akpor area of Port Harcourt on Thursday.
Rogers was kidnapped on Thursday night at about 9 pm after he was reportedly trailed to his residence.
His attackers reportedly accosted him at gunpoint, whisking him away in his car.
Following the abduction, the hoodlums contacted his wife, demanding N30 million as ransom.
The management of the television station also confirmed Rogers’ release in a brief statement.
“The statement reads: “Channels Television reporter, Joshua Rogers, who was abducted last night in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has been freed.
“We thank our viewers and all those who expressed concern over the unfortunate incident.”