School children, teacher kidnapped in Ekiti released

EKITI, Nigeria – The five school children and their school teachers kidnapped in Ekiti State have been rescued.

In a statement Police Public Relations Officer, Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the were rescued unhurt.

“We wish to inform the general public that the five school children, including their teachers, who were kidnapped on 29/01/2024 in Emure-Ekiti, have been rescued unhurt, today 4th February, 2024.

“We therefore commend and appreciate the efforts of the government, our Police operatives and other security agencies, including the Amotekun Corps, local vigilantes, hunters, and individuals, as well as family members, for their understanding and resilience”, he said.