Ondo Monarch Released, But Ransom Courier Still Held by Kidnappers

Residents of the Ode-Oriya community in Owo LGA rejoiced when their Oloriya, Chief Adeniyi Adelana Oriya, regained his freedom. The traditional ruler had been abducted at his residence on June 13 and is now receiving medical care. Tension remains high after reports that the individual who delivered the ransom demanded by the kidnappers is still in captivity. Locals are torn between relief at the chief’s safe return and deep concern for the ransom bearer’s fate.

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