Kidnappers Killed Former LG Chairman, Bury Him While Negotiating Ransom Of N12m With Family

By Akeem Oduyoye

Kidnappers have killed a former chairman of Katsina Ala and Ukum local government areas of Benue State, Elder Washima Erukaa

It was gathered that Erukaa, 80, was abducted from his home in Zakibiam, Ukum LGA, on September 23, 2023.

A family source, who confirmed the news, said the kidnappers had communicated Erukaa’s passing to his family, and said they have since buried him.

, “One of the abductors informed a member of the family that Erukaa died while in captivity and had been buried,” the source said.

It was gathered that the abductors had initially demanded a sum of N12 million ransom for his release.

“They subsequently reduced their demand to N5 million, but tragically, his life was taken before the ransom could be paid,” the source added.

As at the time of filing this report, the Benue State Police Command has yet to confirm the sad development.

Source: Daily Post