The kidnapped traditional ruler of Okoloke community, in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, Pa Dada Ogunyanda, has been set free by his abductors.
The monarch was released after 27 days in the kidnappers’ den.
The chairman of Yagba West Local Government, Tosin Olokun, confirmed the development in Lokoja on Wednesday.
The council chairman, who spoke through his chief press secretary, Sunday Adeyemi, said that the monarch has since rejoined his family and is receiving medical attention.
The Obalohun of Okoloke community, Oba Ogunyanda, was abducted from his palace at 2 am on May 15, 2025.
