A N40 million ransom is being demanded by the abductors of the Laragunsin of Iyasan, Oba Abiodun Oyewunmi, who was abducted on Monday.
However, the family’s plea for the payment of N500,000 has been reportedly turned down.
The kidnappers of the traditional ruler in Irele Local Government Area of Ondo State reportedly opened the line of communication through his son, Folarin Oyewunmi, who was in the palace when he was abducted.
It was also gathered that the kidnappers called Folarin and requested that recharge cards of N40,000 be sent to them as a prelude to opening discussion with the family members on the release of the Oba.
They reportedly insisted that until the recharge cards were sent, they would continue to keep the Oba incommunicado from the family.
An unspecified amount of recharge cards were sent by the family after which the negotiation on the ransom commenced, yesterday. The son was reportedly allowed to speak with his father to show that he was with them and was hale and hearty. It will be recalled that 10 gunmen reportedly invaded the Oba’s palace on Monday and whisked him away.
It was also learnt that since the incident happened on Monday, the people of the community have refused to go to farm for fear of the unexpected, the streets are deserted while the people stay indoors.
The state police spokesman, Femi Joseph,revealed yesterday that the dragnet of the state police command would soon catch the kidnappers, adding that there was no hiding place for the evildoers, as the Oba would soon be rescued. He said he was not aware that the kidnappers had spoken with the monarch’s family. Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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