A joint security operation led by 63 Brigade, Asaba, has recovered N7.5m paid as ransom to kidnappers in Ibusa, Oshimili North local government area of Delta State.
The money was collected from the family of Christopher Owah, who was kidnapped in front of his residence at Akwualusi, near St. Thomas’ College, Ibusa.
Harrison Gwamnishu, of the Safe City Volunteer Foundation, said the organization had warned residents of Delta North about the resurgence of armed kidnappers in the area.
“We tracked the kidnappers to their hideout through our Tech System Air Surveillance, and a fierce gun battle ensued between the kidnappers and the joint team of 63 Brigade, Asaba, and NFSS operatives,” Gwamnishu said.
The kidnapped victim is home and receiving medical treatment.
Gwamnishu thanked Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his support, saying: “Special thanks to His Excellency, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori for his steadfast support.”
