Nigeria: Police rescue kidnapped Edo chief after 4-day captivity — Africa Links 24

Operatives of the Police Command in Edo have rescued the Onogie of Udo-Eguare, a traditional ruler in Edo Central, who was kidnapped on February 3.

The command spokesman, CSP Moses Yamu, said in a statement on Saturday in Benin that the rescue operation took place on Friday at about 6:00 p.m.

He stated that the rescue was made possible through sustained police efforts, supported by the Edo Government, vigilantes, hunters, and other well-meaning residents of the state.

Mr Yamu…