Recently kidnapped students and staff of Apostolic Faith Group of Schools in Emure Ekiti have been released, according to a confirmation from the Ekiti State Police Command Spokesperson, Sunday Abutu. Regrettably, the driver did not survive.
Truthlive news recall that the abduction occurred on Monday evening along Emure – Eporo Road as they were returning to Eporo after school.
The assailants fired at the bus, taking away nine individuals, including five students, three female teachers, and the driver.
In the early hours of Sunday, the victims were rescued, but sadly, the driver was suspectedly killed by the abductors.
The police PPRO said, “All victims were rescued today at about 1.30am, but unfortunately, we lost the driver who was suspectedly killed by the abductors.”
A government official in Emure Ekiti also confirmed the release, stating that the abductees, along with their parents and family members, were present. Further details would be provided shortly.
Additionally, a source verified that officials from the state Ministry of Health were on-site to transport them to Ado Ekiti, the state capital, for necessary medical attention.
