Felix Olunkwa, the chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Abia State chapter, has been released by his kidnappers after a ransom payment of N4 million, ABN TV reports.
Olunkwa was kidnapped on May 24, 2024, while driving home from a mechanic’s shop in Alaojie ABA, where he had gone to repair his uncle’s car. His wife, Dr. Mrs. Olunkwa, raised the alarm after her husband failed to return home, and all attempts to reach him thereafter were unsuccessful.
ABN TV reports that the kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of N200 million, but negotiations led to a reduction to N4 million, which was paid on Wednesday night, leading to Olunkwa’s release.
His release brings an end to a 10-day ordeal.
Olunkwa’s safe return brings relief to his family and colleagues, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by kidnapping and ransom demands in Nigeria.
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