Friday, June 26, 2026 -Kidnappers have released the traditional ruler of Ode-Oriya community in Owo Local Government area of Ondo State, Chief Adeniyi Adelana, the Oloriya (Baale) of Ode-Oriya Owo.
The 60-year-old traditional ruler was kidnapped when
armed men invaded his residence earlier this month.
His wife sustained gunshot injuries while allegedly trying
to resist the assailants.
The monarch was freed after spending several days in
captivity.
A community announcement confirming his release, which
circulated on social media, read: “Good News! Our Royal Father Has Been
Released.”
The traditional ruler is reportedly currently receiving
medical attention at an undisclosed health facility in the town.
However, despite the joyous mood occasioned by the monarch’s
release, fresh concerns have emerged over reports that the individual who
allegedly delivered the ransom demanded by the kidnappers has been detained by
the abductors.
According to information contained in the community
bulletin, the courier sent to facilitate the monarch’s release reportedly
failed to return after carrying out the assignment.
As of the time of filing this report, the Ondo State Police
Command had yet to issue any statement on the alleged detention of the ransom
bearer.
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