Kidnapped Radio Benue Journalist Regains Freedom

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The Benue State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed the release of a Radio Benue journalist, Mrs Jill Iyuadoo Tor-Agbidye, who was kidnapped four days ago in her house in Makurdi.

The State Police Spokesperson, Moses Yamu, who spoke to reporters in Makurdi, said the journalist was released in the early hours of Tuesday as he added that no ransom was paid.

According to him, the police investigations revealed that the kidnappers might have had strong connection with the family.

He disclosed that some arrests were made in connection with the crime, stressing that investigations were ongoing to ensure full punishment of the culprits.