Gunmen who abducted Joseph Aladesuyi have reportedly demanded ₦100 million for his release. Aladesuyi, the secretary of Okeluju Local Council Development Area, was kidnapped on his poultry farm in the Kajola area near Akure on Monday.

Family members said the kidnappers contacted them early Tuesday morning and made the demand during a brief phone call. According to the family, the attackers did not allow room for negotiation, leaving them worried about how to raise such a large amount of money.

The abducted official was reportedly injured during the incident after being shot in the hand when the gunmen invaded the farm. Relatives say their biggest concern at the moment is his health and safety while he remains in captivity.

Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State said the Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, has ordered a full security operation to rescue the victims and arrest the suspects. Authorities say intelligence and operational resources have been deployed to track down the kidnappers.