Tony Aziegbemi, the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, has been released from captivity after 11 days of abduction. The ordeal began when armed men seized him on the night of March 15, 2024, as he was returning home following a meeting with Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki.
The kidnappers demanded a staggering ransom of N500 million for Aziegbemi’s safe return, causing distress among his family, friends, and the political community at large.
However, the details surrounding his release remain undisclosed, as it remains unclear whether ransom was paid or not.
The news of Aziegbemi’s freedom was confirmed by Senator Odion Ugbesia, who expressed his relief and gratitude, stating, “As a member of the Aziegbemi family, we say thank you all for your great show of love and solidarity with us all through the period of the unfortunate and ugly abduction of our beloved son, brother, cousin, and leader, Dr Tony Aziegbemi for his unhurt release.
“Thank you, all…. We are most grateful for all your valuable contributions through prayers and steadfastness”, he said.