From Uche Nnorom, Makurdi
The wife of the former Chief of Staff to the immediate past Governor of Benue State Terwase Orbunde, and her house help, who were abducted by gunmen in Makurdi last Friday evening have regained their freedom.
Mrs Abigail Kashimana Orbunde, and Ms Patience Ogute, regained their freedom Tuesday, April 16, 2024, after an undisclosed amount was paid as ransom to their abductors who had demanded N100 million.
The captives spent four harrowing days in captivity before their release.
They have reunited with some of their family members and taken to hospital for immediate medical attention.
Recall that on Friday, April 12, 2024, gunmen attacked Orbunde, and abducted his wife and house help.
The attack took place along Mobile Barracks-Welfare Quarters Road in Makurdi, the state capital at about 6pm.
The former Chief of Staff escaped with a gunshot on his right arm while the attackers whisked away his wife and cook.
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