Abductors of Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture, Chief Olabode Folorunso, have released him after one week in captivity.
The commissioner was kidnapped alongside a woman, Bosede Taiwo, exactly eight days ago on Isan-Iludun after killing the driver of the vehicle, Hon. Olatunji Omotosho, a councilor at Ilejemeje Local Government.
Confirming the release, Commissioner for Information and Value Orientation, Aare Muyiwa Olumilua, said Olabode was released unhurt and has rejoined his family.
In a press statement, Olumilua said, “The Government is grateful for the concern shown by members of the public during his period of incarceration. Similarly, Ekiti State Government appreciates efforts by the security agencies in securing his release, as well as ensuring security of lives and property within the State.
“Government also expresses sympathy with the family of the late Councillor, Mr Olatunji Omotosho, who was killed by the gunmen during the abduction, on April 26th, 2020.”
Ekiti State Police Commissioner, Mr Asuquo Amba, also confirmed the development through the command’s spoeksman, ASP Sunday Abutu.
“The Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr Folorunso Olabode , who was kidnapped few days ago has been released. I can confirm to you.
“We are happy that he was in high spirit when he was released. We are assuring the good people of Ekiti State that the police will do all within their powers to make Ekiti safe for all residents.
“The kidnap of the commissioner was just an isolated case. Our men are working hard to ensure that Ekiti doesn’t become a beehive of criminals and that we shall achieve,” Amba said.