The traditional ruler of Olohuntele Community in Ifelodun Local Government Area, Kwara State, has regained his freedom after spending nearly two months in captivity following his abduction by suspected terrorists.
The monarch was kidnapped on April 15, 2025, at about 3pm by terrorists who took him to an unknown hideout.
Sources said the traditional ruler was released Tuesday evening after his family and supporters met the kidnappers’ demands.
The demands included millions of naira in ransom and a motorcycle.
A family source, who spoke anonymously due to the sensitivity of the matter, confirmed the release.
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“He was released yesterday night after the terrorists collected millions of naira and one motorcycle. We thank God that he is alive and has returned home safely, but he is in a distressing condition after spending about two months in captivity,” the source said.
The source added that the monarch appeared physically weak and traumatised after enduring harsh conditions in captivity.
His release has brought relief to residents of Olohuntele Community and surrounding areas, who had lived in fear since his abduction nearly two months ago.
In a related development, nine residents of Idi-Iya community near Yaru in Ifelodun LGA were also freed Tuesday evening after weeks in captivity. They were kidnapped on April 23, 2026.
A security source confirmed all nine abductees returned alive, contrary to earlier speculations that two had died in captivity.
“The nine abductees of Idi-Iya near Yaru, who were kidnapped on April 23, 2026, regained their freedom today after the alleged payment of a substantial ransom,” the source said.
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