Tragic Loss: APC Chairman Killed by Kidnappers Despite Ransom Payment

Strategic Insights -

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in ward 5, Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nelson Adepoyigi, has been reportedly killed by his abductors. Adepoyigi was kidnapped at his residence in Ifon a few days ago, and his captors initially demanded a ransom of ?100 million, which was later reduced to ?5 million with foodstuffs. Despite the ransom payment, Adepoyigi's life was brutally cut short by his captors. Two individuals who took the ransom and were also kidnapped have been released, but their ordeal has raised concerns about the escalating security challenges in the area.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Chairman of Ose Local Government Area, Hon. Barr. Clement Kolapo Ojo, confirmed the tragic loss of Nelson Adepoyigi, stating that the incident is a painful reminder of the security challenges in the area.
  • Adepoyigi was kidnapped at his residence in Ifon a few days ago, and his captors initially demanded a ransom of ?100 million, which was later reduced to ?5 million with foodstuffs.
  • Despite the ransom payment, the kidnappers killed Adepoyigi, and two individuals who took the ransom were also kidnapped, later released after paying ?5 million and foodstuffs.
  • The Chairman of Ose Local Government Area, Hon. Barr. Clement Kolapo Ojo, has urged the people to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest security post.
  • The incident highlights the brazen nature of abductions in the area, with a resident narrowly escaping kidnapping just days before Adepoyigi's abduction.
  • The security challenges in the area have been described as a "serious threat to the safety and freedom of our people."

Statistics:

  • ?60 million was paid in ransom to the kidnappers by the two individuals ( ?5 million and foodstuffs).
  • Two individuals were kidnapped alongside Nelson Adepoyigi.
  • A resident narrowly escaped kidnapping just days before Adepoyigi's abduction.
  • The Chairman of Ose Local Government Area, Hon. Barr. Clement Kolapo Ojo, has expressed concern about the escalating security challenges in the area.
  • The security challenges in the area have been described as a "serious threat to the safety and freedom of our people."

Sources:

  • Honourable Barr. Clement Kolapo Ojo (Chairman of Ose Local Government Area) via Oluwaseun Ogunniyi (media aide)
  • Press Statement: Ifon, Ondo State, Nigeria.