Abducted UNIJOS student regains freedom
A student of the University of Jos UNIJOS, John Arum Azi, who was abducted ten days ago while travelling from Jos, Plateau state to Zaria, Kaduna state, has regained his freedom.
Azi ad six other passengers were travelling when the assailants attacked their vehicle and abducted all of them.
Tension around the case intensified after a video surfaced online showing the student being assaulted by his captors while pleading for help, sparking public concern and calls for urgent action.
The abductors demanded a ransom payment of N6 million, which was reportedly raised through contributions from relatives and concerned members of the public.
Initially, the abductors demanded N30 million, but later reduced the amount after prolonged discussions. However, the family alleged that even after receiving the payment, the kidnappers still insisted on an additional N4 million before his release.
His release has since been confirmed by his family.