BREAKING: Police confirms release of abducted travellers in Osun

The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the release of two tourists who were abducted on Saturday evening along the Ibadan-Akure route.

SP Yemisi Opalola, the Osun Police spokesperson, made the announcement on Tuesday.

The release of the two abductees, a driver and a commuter, kidnapped along the Ibadan/Akure road on Saturday was reportedly secured by the police and other security agencies.

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One survivor was released early Monday morning, while the other was released early Tuesday morning, DailyTimes gathered.

The abductees were released as a result of pressure applied by the police and other security forces to the abductors, according to the police, who also said that “no money was charged” as a ransom.