- Release Ransom Bearers
By Kolawole Ojebisi
The entire Ifon community in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Ward 5 Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Nelson Adepoyigi.
Adepoyigi, who was kidnapped a few days ago, was eventually killed by his abductors despite collecting a ransom of N5m.
The New Diplomat had reported how Adepoyigi was kidnapped last Monday while parking his vehicle at his residence in Ifon.
Following the kidnap of the APC chairman, the abductors had demanded a N100 million ransom, but after a series of negotiations and pleas, it was reduced to N5 million.
However, there was a dramatic twist to the kidnap incident as Adepoyigi’s abductors decided to capture the two volunteers who took the ransom to their den.
The kidnappers subsequently insisted that an additional N30 million ransom be paid before the release of the trio.
Meanwhile, the two volunteers were released by the kidnappers, with sources within the community disclosing that the kidnappers confirmed that the APC chairman had been marked to be killed by those purportedly behind his abduction.
While confirming the development, the Chairman of Ose Local Government, Kolapo Ojo, lamented that security challenges in the area are now in a critical situation.
“This pattern of brazen abductions, even at the very gates of people’s homes, confirms that insecurity has taken a dangerous and intolerable dimension.
“We urge our people to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest security post, and stand united as we work together to overcome this threat,” he said.
