The chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, Mr Paul Omotoso, who was abducted by suspected kidnappers, have been released.
The release of Paul Omotoso who was abducted last Saturday while driving home in Imesi-Ekiti, in Gbonyin Local government Area of Ekiti was confirmed by Sunday Abutu, police spokesman in the state.
Mr Abutu said three suspects in connection with the kidnapping had been arrested.
He said that the arrested suspects, who are currently in custody, were providing useful information to the police to track the prime suspects behind the abduction.
Part of the statement reads, “This is to inform the general public, especially the good people of Ekiti State that the All Progressive Congress Chairman of the State, Mr Paul Omotosho alongside two others that were recently abducted by unknown hoodlums have regained their freedom and have been reunited with their families.
“This breakthrough was made possible through the combined efforts of the Police, other sister agencies, the local security outfits and the family members as well as the Ekiti State government.
“While appreciating the good spirited members of the public for their concern and relentless support, the Command states that three suspects have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and are supplying useful information that could lead to the arrest of the prime suspects who are currently at large.
“Citizens are implored to be security conscious, vigilant and ensure the prompt reportage of any suspicious person or group of persons observed in their locality to the nearest Police Station or call 08062335577”