Two kidnapped Chinese expatriates in Ebonyi regain freedom

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Police in Ebonyi have confirmed the release of two Chinese nationals kidnapped in the state.

The expatriates were abducted last week at a mining site operated by Green Filed Nigeria LTD in Ishiagu, Ivo Local Government Area.

Ebonyi police spokesperson, Loveth Odah, said the victims were released unharmed as a result of the sustained pressure mounted by police operatives.

“It would be recalled that on March 29 the Command confirmed a kidnapped incident of two Chinese Nationals one Shen Gushen ‘m’ and Mao Ximnim ‘m’ which took place at Green Filed Nigeria ltd company site Ishiagu Ivo L.G.A of the state,” she said.

“The victims were released unharmed as a result of the sustained pressure mounted by the Police operatives.

“The victims have been since reunited with their community. Meanwhile, police is on manhunt for the bandits.”