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[JUST IN] Abducted Plateau Monarch Regains Freedom After Five Days In Captivity

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3 years ago

Dec 31, 2021.

…it was gathered that the traditional ruler eventually regained his freedom in the early hours of Friday.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that a traditional ruler in Plateau State, Charles Mato Dakat, who was abducted about five days ago, has been released.

Dakat who is the Paramount ruler in Gindiri chiefdom, Mangu Local Government of the state, was kidnapped when gunmen attacked his palace last Sunday around 1am .

His abductors had made contact with the family members a few days later and demanded the sum of ₦500 million ransom before they could release the monarch.

However, it was gathered that the traditional ruler eventually regained his freedom in the early hours of Friday.

The PUNCH quoted a family source as confirming Dakat’s release on Friday.

He said, “God has answered our prayers. His Royal Highness, Da Charles Mato Dakat, has been released. He is in good condition of health.

Asked how much ransom was paid to the kidnappers to secure the release of the tradional ruler, the source said, “All I can tell you is that life is more than money. Thank you all for your prayers, encouragement and support. To God be the glory, great things He has done and will continue to do.”

The Plateau State Police Command is yet to confirm or react to the release of the monarch.

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