Crime
Abducted wife Of slain Kwara monarch regains freedom
The abducted wife of the Olukoro of Koro Ekiti in Kwara State, General Segun Aremu-Cole (retd), who was murdered by gunmen has reportedly regained her freedom.
She was said to have been released on Monday alongside two others who were kidnapped.
“The news just received from home confirms that Olori and the girl have been released and have returned to Koro about 30 minutes ago,” the Asiwaju of Koro, Chief Samuel Ayobola said.
READ ALSO: Gunmen demand N40m ransom for wife of murdered Kwara traditional ruler
The monarch was killed by the kidnappers as he prepared to have his dinner on February 1, 2024.
The gunmen were said to have stormed the palace at about 9 pm and after killing the monarch, they took his wife and two others in the palace with them.
Initially, the abductors demanded a N100 million ransom, which was reduced to N40 million.
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