The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward 5, Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nelson Adepoyigi, who was kidnapped at his residence in Ifon a few days ago, has reportedly been killed by his abductors.
The Chairman of Ose Local Government Area, Hon. Barr. Clement Kolapo Ojo, confirmed the development in a statement issued by his media aide, Oluwaseun Ogunniyi, on Saturday.
However, Ojo confirmed that the kidnappers released two individuals held after delivering a ransom of N5 million and food items intended to secure Adepoyigi’s release.
“While we are grateful that the two volunteers have now regained their freedom, it is deeply saddening and utterly painful that the life of Nelson Adepoyigi was brutally cut short by his captors,” he said.
“The entire leadership and people of Ose Local Government mourn this tragic loss. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and political associates of the deceased.”
He described insecurity as a serious threat to the people of the state, adding that a resident narrowly escaped being kidnapped a few days before this incident.
“This pattern of brazen abductions, even at the very gates of people’s homes, confirms that insecurity has taken a dangerous and intolerable dimension,” he said.
“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.”
SaharaReporters earlier reported that the abductors of Adepoyigi had seized two individuals who attempted to deliver a ransom for Adepoyigi’s release.
The kidnappers demanded an additional N30 million for their release.
Adepoyigi was kidnapped on Monday at the entrance of his farm along the Ifon-Owo Road.
The incident sent shockwaves through the local political community and the larger Ondo public.
According to family sources, the kidnappers had initially demanded a N100 million ransom but later reduced the demand to N5 million and food items after negotiations.