An abducted medical doctor, Dr Ibrahim Tahir, has regained his freedom after his family paid a ₦50 million ransom to his abductors in Edo State.
Tahir was kidnapped alongside his younger brother on January 2, 2026, at their residence on City Pride Road, Igbira Camp, Auchi, while opening the gate to their compound.
The younger brother was later found dead near Orley River along the same axis on January 5, having reportedly been killed by the kidnappers.
The father of the victims said the ransom was paid in two tranches of ₦20 million and ₦30 million, leading to Tahir’s release on Wednesday evening at about 8:00 p.m., adding that the money was raised through the combined efforts of family members, non-governmental organisations, friends, and other well-wishers.
He disclosed that the doctor sustained a bullet graze on his leg during the ordeal and is currently receiving treatment at a hospital, noting that one of the abductors was also injured during an ambush by vigilantes and hunters. “My son has been released by the kidnappers after we paid ₦50 million. I feel good that he is free, but I have also lost another son,” he said.
The Edo State Police Command spokesperson, ASP Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the development, stating, “I can confirm to you that the doctor has been released.”