Tragic End for Retired Army Major in Kogi Despite ₦10M Ransom Payment

A retired Nigerian Army Major, Joe Ajayi, has been killed by kidnappers in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, Kogi State, despite his family paying a ₦10 million ransom for his release.

How It Happened

🚨 Ajayi was abducted on May 21, 2025, from his residence in Odo-Ape, with gunmen storming his home and firing shots before taking him away.

🚨 His captors initially demanded ₦50 million, but later reduced it to ₦10 million when his health deteriorated due to lack of medication.

🚨 After receiving the ransom, the kidnappers directed his family to a location, where they tragically found his lifeless body.

Rising Insecurity in Kogi

📢 Kidnapping incidents have surged in the state, with the abduction of Oba James Dada Ogunyanda, a first-class monarch, still unresolved.

📢 Governor Usman Ododo has assured residents that efforts to combat criminal elements are underway, but concerns remain over the effectiveness of security measures.

What’s Next?

⚖️ Will authorities track down Ajayi’s killers?

⚖️ How will the government address the growing insecurity in Kogi?

⚖️ Will stricter measures be introduced to curb kidnapping?

💬 What’s your take on this tragic incident? Drop your thoughts below! 🚀