By Tayo Alabi
The monarch of Ilemeso Ekiti in the Oye Local Government area of Ekiti State, Oba David Oyewumi, has regained freedom.
Recall, the monarch was kidnapped in his palace on Thursday by six gunmen.
The PUNCH source said the Oyewumi had been taken for medical attention, “Kabiyesi has been released. We are happy about this, but I do not know whether any ransom was paid or not.”
The Ekiti Amotekun Corps Commander, Brig Gen. Joe Komolafe, said the traditional ruler was rescued at Obbo Ile in Kwara State with the support of the vigilante members in Kwara State and Amotekun operatives.
The Police Public Relations Officer for Ekiti State Police Command, Sunday Abutu, said, “The traditional ruler has been reunited with his family, though he is at present receiving treatment in hospital because of the trauma”
