Eniola Joseph Ojajuni, the National Youth President of Afenifere, has confirmed that he was kidnapped by Fulani herdsmen on February 17 while traveling to Abuja.
TheNewsGuru recalls that Olajuni was kidnapped on Monday, February 17, 2025, while traveling to Abuja for a meeting.
Following his abduction, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, had tasked the IRT, an elite police unit, to track down the kidnappers and secure Ojajuni’s release.
Ojajuni regained freedom days after a ransom of at least ₦17 million was paid, according to a top family source.
Recounting his ordeal in a Facebook post on Friday, revealing that he is still undergoing medical treatment following the incident.
He expressed gratitude to those who offered financial, spiritual, and emotional support during his ordeal and also appreciated those who reached out to his wife with words of encouragement.
“I was kidnapped by Fulani herdsmen on the 17th of February on my way to Abuja in Akunnu Akoko around 1:42 p.m.
“I’m undergoing serious medical treatment. Besides, I want to use this opportunity to thank everyone who supported me massively—financially, spiritually, and by calling my dear wife for words of encouragement. Once I’m out of the hospital bed, I’ll come out to appreciate you all specially,” Ojajuni wrote.