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Safiyanu Isa-Andaha, chairman of Akwanga LGA of Nasarawa who was abducted by gunmen, has regained his freedom. 

Isa-Andaha was abducted by gunmen at Ningo village on Monday.

Confirming his release in a message on Wednesday, Ramhan Nansel, police spokesperson in the state, said the chairman was released at about 8 pm on Tuesday.

Nansel said no ransom was paid to secure Isa-Andaha’s release, adding that he regained freedom after security operatives mounted pressure on the abductors.

He said Isa-Andaha was released alongside three others, adding that they would be reunited with their families after they have undergone medical examination.

“No ransom was paid. The chairman and the person the abductors contacted confirmed to us that no dime was paid,” he said.

“They were released at about 8:40pm due to sustained pressure mounted on them by our operatives deployed on their trail.”

Nasarawa is one of the north-central states battling frequent attacks by bandits and gunmen.