Top NDDC Official Kidnapped By Gunmen In Imo Regains Freedom

Category: Nigeria News

 

A senior official of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Engr. Kingsley Okorafor, who was kidnapped by some gunmen in his hometown, Umulogho autonomous in Imo, has regained freedom from his abductors.

The daredevil armed men abducted him in the early hours of Saturday morning, about three kilometers away from a military checkpoint in the area.

A close relative, who pleaded anonymity confirmed his release to journalists.

When queried if a ransom was paid before his release, he said he is not aware.

The family source said, “I can authoritatively confirm to you that my brother who was earlier kidnapped on Saturday has regained his freedom and has reunited with other family members.”