Retired AVM kidnapped regains freedom

Retired AVM Sikiru Smith who was kidnapped by yet-to-be-identified gunmen, has regained his freedom, the police said in Lagos on Saturday.

Police spokesman in Lagos State, CSP Adekunle Ajisebutu, confirmed the development when he spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

He did not mention where Smith was released; where he is currently or whether ransom was paid or not.

“I can confirm to you that AVM Smith has been released today. That is all I can say for now,’’ Ajisebutu said.

Masked gunmen abducted Smith on Monday on the Ajah-Badore Road, in Lagos State.