Abducted Pupils of Apostolic Faith Group of Schools in Emure Ekiti and staff finally emerged from the clutches of their captors, reclaiming their long-awaited freedom.
The Ekiti State Police Command’s spokesperson, Sunday Abutu, delivered the bittersweet confirmation on a Sunday morning, shedding light on the rescue operation that had unfolded.
However, the driver, a crucial figure in the harrowing incident, did not survive the ordeal.
The police PPRO said, “All victims were rescued today at about 1.30am, but unfortunately, we lost the driver who was suspectedly killed by the abductors.”
A government official at Emure Ekiti, who confirmed the release of the abductees, said, “The abductees are here, the parents and family members are here. I will give you details shortly.”
A source, who also confirmed the development, said that officials of the state Ministry of Health were on the ground to take them to Ado Ekiti, the state capital for medical attention.
Meanwhile, Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Saturday assured parents and families of kidnapped pupils and staff of the Apostolic Faith Group of Schools, Emure Ekiti, that they would soon be rescued to rejoin them.
