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

DAILY POST recalls 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.

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

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 of the time of filing this report, the police spokesperson, SP Catherine Anene, has not responded to calls to confirm the development.

SAMBARRY:
the fowl has come to their house to roost

MasterJayJay:
One mumu omekaonyeara will be calling southeast Afghanistan. But he won't condemn the terrorists doing violence promo in his northern region.

Mahone05:
A part of the ransome was paid, those guys are just wicked

He is father to Charles Erukaa, formerly of Channels Tv

Nex12:
Nigerians should take back this country from the politicians simple

Mahone05:
A part of the ransome was paid, those guys are just wicked

He is father to Charles Erukaa, formerly of Channels Tv

Jonwesley:


OH Not again. I think Charles Erukaa also died while reporting news from a fracas at Jos or Kaduna. I am trying to remember now. This is so gruesome to hear.

Aremwayne:
Charles is alive, My wife is related to them. The man was such a nice man