Kidnappers Demand N500 Million Ransom for FUNAAB Graduate and Three Others

A recent graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), identified as Adedoja Hannah, has been abducted alongside three other individuals in Ogun State. According to reports from Daily Post Nigeria, the victims were seized on Tuesday night by gunmen who invaded a farm located along the Akintobi-Alabata axis of Abeokuta.

Details of the Abduction

The incident occurred while the four victims were working at the farm. Following the abduction, Hannah’s mobile phone was rendered unreachable, and she has not been seen since Tuesday. The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of FUNAAB confirmed the incident and the subsequent ransom demand in a statement released on Thursday.

Ransom and Security Response

The abductors have reportedly demanded N500 million for the release of the four captives. This significant financial demand has heightened concerns regarding the safety and well-being of those held. The SUG noted that the matter was formally reported to security agencies on Tuesday, immediately following the incident.

Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed that the police are aware of the situation. In a statement to Daily Post Nigeria, Babaseyi indicated that authorities have been actively involved since the abduction occurred, stating that rescue operations are currently in “top gear.”

Community Appeal and Caution

In the wake of the kidnapping, the FUNAAB Students’ Union has issued an appeal to the residents of the Alabata area and the broader university community. The union urged the public to remain calm and allow security agencies to conduct their investigations without interference.

“The Union is deeply concerned about the safety of Hannah and the other victims. Although Hannah is a recent graduate, she remains an important member of the wider FUNAAB community, and we recognise the distress this situation has caused her family, friends and loved ones,” the union stated.

The union also issued a warning against the spread of unverified information, noting that such actions could potentially jeopardize ongoing rescue efforts. As of now, specific details regarding the identities of the three other victims remain unavailable.

Conclusion

The abduction of the FUNAAB graduate and her companions remains a developing situation. While the police have confirmed that rescue operations are underway, the high ransom demand underscores the severity of the security challenge. The university community continues to wait for updates as authorities work toward the safe return of the four individuals.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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