Police Confirms Release of Kidnapped KSU Lecturer, Prof. John Alabi.
From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja
From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja
A retired civil servant, Chief Julius Oshadumo, who was abducted by unknown gunmen about two weeks ago has died in a crossfire between kidnappers and vigilante officials who were on a rescue mission.
Oshadumo, the pioneer Provost, College of Education (Technical) Kabba, was kidnapped two Sundays ago when gunmen attacked the ECWA church in Okedayo-Kabba, Kogi State.
During the attack, his wife and other worshipers were shot by the kidnappers. One person was killed.
It was gathered that the vigilantes group trailed the kidnappers to a forest around Ogori community in Kogi state and engaged the abductors in a gun duel where Oshadumo was felled by stray bullets.
Meanwhile, the Police Command in Kogi State has confirmed the release of Prof. John Alabi, Dean, Management Sciences, KSU, Anyigba who was abducted a week ago
The Police said in a statement made available to journalists in Lokoja on Sunday, that the Professor regained his freedom yesterday night after six days in kidnappers den.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP William Aya Professor John Alabi has since reunited with his family.
The PPRO disclosed that the Police swung into action immediately the lecturer was kidnapped and ensured that he was released unhurt.
