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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Oyo State Police command has confirmed the release of Benedict Akiika, one of the allies of Governor Seyi Makinde who was kidnapped last week.<\/p>\n

The command made this declaration via a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso.<\/p>\n

Akiika was abducted at his residence located at Idi Ape in Olorunda-Aba community in Lagelu local government area of the state on Wednesday 4th August, this year.<\/p>\n

Osifeso in a statement made available Thursday morning, said that the kidnapped victim has regained his freedom.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe victim who regained his freedom late evening on Wednesday, 11\/09\/2024 is currently undergoing medical intervention prior to his final reunion with his loved ones.<\/p>\n

\u201cEfforts are currently in top gear to apprehend the criminal network responsible for the reprehensible act.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile appealing to residents of the State to assist the ongoing Investigation by providing timely and credible information to the Police, the Oyo State Police Command re-affirms its resolve to ensure that Oyo State is not turned into a playground for the sinister minded,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Nigeria. Oyo State Police command has confirmed the release of Benedict Akiika, one of the allies of Governor Seyi Makinde who was kidnapped last week. The command made this declaration via a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso. 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