Nelson Effiong, a former senator from Akwa Ibom State, has regained his freedom.
Before his abduction, the ex Senator was alleged to have downplayed the insecurity in the country, adding that it was being exaggerated.
On September 5, he was kidnapped by bandits in a Toyota Camry. Effiong was reportedly abducted while three others were injured.
But on Friday, October 30, 2021, Effiong was released, thus ending his 54 days in captivity.
His release was confirmed by the APC in Akwa Ibom State.
The statement of the party partly read, “The All Progressives Congress Akwa Ibom State Chapter wishes to intimate the APC family and the general public of the release of Sen Nelson Effiong who was kidnapped on Sunday evening of September 5, 2021.
“The Senator gained his freedom just yesterday (Friday, October 30, 2021) from the enclave and grip of the men of the underworld.
“It is our deepest concern as a party to register our sincere gratitude to God Almighty and all who contributed in one way or the other to facilitate his release and return to his family and party.
“We humbly pray to God to accord you all the commensurable blessings you deserve for identifying with us throughout the period of the predicament.”
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