Abductors of Iyase N’ Udo in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State, HRH Patrick Igbinudu, are demanding N10m from his subjects to secure his release.
HRH Igbinudu is the first traditional ruler to be abducted in Edo State.
He was abducted by four armed men inside his palace on Thursday at about 8:15pm and whisked through a river.
Sources confirmed to the Nation that the kidnappers made contact on Saturday night demanding N100m and it was negotiated down to N10m.
It was gathered that the community leaders are making effort to raise the money to secure release of their king.
A top ranking chief in the community, Chief Francis Osas Ihama, the Ihama of Udo told the Nation they would not have any problem with anybody if their king is release unconditionally.
Chief Francis described the abduction as a big blow to their community and the entire Bini race.
“We have not seen a thing like this. Removing the head is a big blow to us, ” he said. Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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