Ekiti APC Chairman Abduction : Police Arrest Three Suspects

By Ayodele Oni

Few hours after his release by abductors, the Ekiti State Police Command says it has arrested three persons in connection with the kidnapping of the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) , Mr Paul Omotosho.

In a statement on Thursday by the command spokesperson, ASP Sunday Abutu, said the command is on the trail of the prime suspects who are currently on the run.

The statement reads in part:  “This is to inform the general public especially the good people of Ekiti State that the All Progressive Congress Chairman of the State, Mr Paul Omotosho alongside two others that were recently abducted by unknown hoodlums have regained their freedom and have been reunited with their families.

“This breakthrough was made possible through the combined efforts of the Police, other sister- agencies, the local security outfits and the family members as well as the Ekiti State Government.

“While appreciating the good spirited members of the public for their concern and relentless supports, the Command states that three suspects have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and are making useful information that could lead to the arrest of the prime suspects who are currently at large.

“Citizens are implored to be security conscious, vigilant and ensure the prompt reportage of any suspicious person or group of persons observed in their locality to the nearest Police Station.”

Omotosho was reportedly released on Wednesday evening by the abductors, but there is no confirmation as to whether Ransome was paid before his release.