Nelson Adepoyigi, Ward 5 Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, who was kidnapped six days ago, has been killed by his abductors.
Adepoyigi was kidnapped on May 12th, 2025, while parking his vehicle at his residence in Ifon.
His abductors demanded N100 million ransom, but after a series of negotiations, it was reduced to N5 million.
However, the politician was killed after two persons from his community in Ifon volunteered to deliver the N5 million ransom. They were also captured by the kidnappers, who insisted that an additional N30 million ransom be paid before they allow the three go free.
While the two volunteers were released by the kidnappers, the kidnappers insisted that the APC chairman had been marked to be killed by those behind his abduction.
While confirming the development, chairman of Ose Local Government, Kolapo Ojo, lamented that security challenges in the area are now in a critical situation.
“This pattern of brazen abductions, even at the very gates of people’s homes, confirms that insecurity has taken a dangerous and intolerable dimension.
“We urge our people to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest security post, and stand united as we work together to overcome this threat,” he said.
