In a turn of relief and gratitude, Aisha Wahab, who was abducted from Igbira Camp in Auchi, Edo State earlier this month, has regained her freedom. Her release comes after several weeks in captivity and widespread appeals for help across social media and community networks.
According to reports by Sahara Reporters, Aisha’s abductors had demanded ₦20 million for her release. Human rights advocate Harrison Gwamnishu revealed that she was held in a forested area between Auchi and Okpella in Edo State, and criticised the slow response from law enforcement agencies.
Additional reports from Linda Ikeji’s Blog confirm that Aisha’s family, who depend on small-scale trading, had sought public assistance to meet the ransom demand. Many Nigerians expressed joy online upon hearing the news of her release, describing it as a “miracle born from unity.”
The incident once again brings attention to the rising cases of abductions in Nigeria and the urgent need for stronger community–police collaboration. As shared by Top Society Nigeria under its Business and Society sections, Nigeria continues to face pressing calls for improved national security and citizen safety.