"For now, I can't authoritatively tell you if any ransom was paid but you are aware that we engaged the kidnappers in a series of negotiations," a family source told SaharaReporters.
Dele Fagoriola, the abducted former Chairman of Akure North Local Government in Ondo State has, been freed, Sahara Reporters just learnt.
Fagoriola was released on Monday evening by his abductors, two days after he was seized on his farm located at Iju on Akure-Ikere Road.
A family source who asked not to be named told our correspondent on phone that the ex-council boss was set free after a series of negotiations.[story_link align="left"]61535[/story_link]
"Our brother has just been released. He was set free by the abductors this evening and he is currently reuniting with us," he said.
"We want to appreciate everyone for their concern during the period that he was kidnapped mostly the media organisations and we thank security agencies too especially the police.
"For now, I can't authoritatively tell you if any ransom was paid but you are aware that we engaged the kidnappers in a series of negotiations."[story_link align="left"]61544[/story_link]
Femi Joseph, the Spokesman of the Ondo State Police Command, could not be reached immediately to also confirm the release of the victim.
Six masked boys kidnapped Fagoriola, Akure North Council Chairman during the regime of the late Olusegun Agagu, during the weekend.
The abductors had also demanded the sum of N10million before the captive could set free.