Nelson Adepoyigi, chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward 5, Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, has reportedly been killed by his abductors.
Adepoyigi was kidnapped from his home in Ifon several days ago. His captors had initially demanded a ransom of ₦100 million but later agreed to a reduced sum of ₦5 million.
Two individuals who delivered the cash along with food items were allegedly detained by the kidnappers, who then demanded an additional ₦30 million for their release.
Despite the payment, Adepoyigi was reportedly killed.
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The chairman of Ose LGA, Clement Kolapo Ojo, confirmed the tragic development in a statement issued Saturday through his media aide, Oluwaseun Ogunniyi.
“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,” the statement reads.
“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.
“We are now at a critical juncture where security challenges have become a serious threat to the safety and freedom of our people.
“Only a few days before this incident, another resident narrowly escaped being kidnapped while parking his motorcycle.
“This pattern of brazen abductions, even at the very gates of people’s homes, confirms that insecurity has taken a dangerous and intolerable dimension.
“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.”
Meanwhile, Ondo State Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Afolabi, said the reported killing has not been officially confirmed. He noted that a team of special operatives has been sent to Ifon to investigate the claims circulating on social media.
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