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Abducted Ex- Nasarawa Deputy Governor Regains Freedom

Professor Onje Gye-Wado, a former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, has been released four days after his abduction.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Ramham Nansel, confirmed his release on Monday morning.

Onje Gye-Wado was reportedly abducted on Thursday in Rinza village, Wamba Local Government Area of the state after gunmen stormed the area.

His abductors had earlier reportedly demanded N70 million for his release.

The Police did not confirm whether the ransom was paid, but sources said his family members paid about N4 million to secure his freedom.

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