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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Kidnappers have murdered a former chairman of Katsina Ala and Ukum local government areas of Benue State, Elder Washima Erukaa.<\/p>\n

Erukaa, 80, was abducted from his home in Zakibiam, Ukum LGA, on September 23, 2023.<\/p>\n

A family source who confirmed the news, said the kidnappers had communicated Erukaa\u2019s passing to his family, and said they have since buried him.<\/p>\n

According to the source, \u201cOne of the abductors informed a member of the family that Erukaa died while in captivity and had been buried.\u201d<\/p>\n

It was gathered that the abductors had initially demanded a sum of N12 million ransom for his release.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey subsequently reduced their demand to N5 million, but tragically, his life was taken before the ransom could be paid,\u201d the source added.<\/p>\n

As of the time of filing this report, the police spokesperson, SP Catherine Anene, has not responded to calls to confirm the development.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. Kidnappers have murdered a former chairman of Katsina Ala and Ukum local government areas of Benue State, Elder Washima Erukaa. Erukaa, 80, was abducted from his home in Zakibiam, Ukum LGA, on September 23, 2023. 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