Edo twins released after ransom paid, family says
The family of abducted twins has disputed claims by the Edo State Police Command regarding their rescue. According to Okhale Ilabeshi, the children were released only after a ransom was paid, not through police intervention. The twins, Emmanuel and Emmanuella, were left devastated after learning about their father's death following their release. The family is now calling for more support from authorities to address the rising insecurity in their community.
What happened
- Gunmen killed Andrew Ilabeshi and abducted his 16-year-old twins, Emmanuel and Emmanuella, from their home in Kalabar Quarters, Afokpella, Etsako East Local Government Area.
- The incident occurred on December 11 when the attackers broke in, switched off the generator, and attacked Andrew Ilabeshi.
- The kidnappers demanded N100m as ransom for the twins' release.
- The Edo State Police Command claimed the twins were rescued unharmed, but the family insists they were released after ransom payment.
- The twins were exhausted and devastated upon learning of their father's death after their release.
