Reports say 35 out of the 36 persons abducted by terrorists three weeks ago at Keke B in Millennium City in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, North-West Nigeria have been set free by their abductors.
According to a resident of the community who pleaded anonymity, the victims were released late on Friday evening, and were received by their family members and hundreds of residents of the community.
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AIT.live gathered that the terrorists are still holding onto one hostage and have demanded for two motorcycles from his family to secure his release.
According to reports from multiple sources, the sum of N2.5 million was paid as ransom for the 35 victims to regain their freedom.
In a related development, leader of the Joint Task Force of Sabon Gero in Millennium City, Uwasu Yunusa also confirmed to AIT.live that a Doctor and 15 other persons abducted from the community have also regained their freedom.
It would be recalled that gunmen attacked Millennium City three weeks ago, where they went about abducting people from house to house.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
