A
traditional ruler in the Akoko North-West Local Government Area of Ondo State,
the Oniyani of Iyani Akoko, Oba Joel Daodu, has been kidnapped by some gunmen.
The
traditional ruler was abducted at the Oba Akoko end of the Ikare-Owo
Expressway. After the kidnap, a source said Daodu was taken to an unknown
destination by his abductors.
The source
said, “Few hours after the abduction, the kidnappers contacted family of the
traditional ruler and demanded N15m ransom, saying they would not release him
if the money was not paid.”
A former
Regent of Akungba Akoko, Princess Toyin Omosowon, was kidnapped on the same
route in 2015.
The state
Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Femi Joseph, confirmed the incident, but
said he did not have the details.
He, however,
said the police were making efforts to ensure the release of the traditional
ruler.
He said, “We
learnt that the traditional ruler was kidnapped and our men are already on the
trail of the abductors. Investigation is ongoing.”
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