Kidnapped German national rescued in Nigeria

Julius Berger has confirmed the release of thier staff, a German national, who was kidnapped last week in Ogun state, south west Nigeria.

“Julius Berger Nigeria Plc is pleased to officially announce the release of the company’s member of staff, who was abducted in Ogun State on 24 October 2014,” a statement from the firm said.
“The company would like to thank the all those who assisted in achieving a swift and safe release, especially government authorities and security services.”

Ogun state police spokesman Abimbola Oyeyemi said the hostage was “rescued” on Thursday, but the security services have previously claimed successful rescue operations even when ransoms were paid.

The company provided no details on the release but said last week that the employee was kidnapped in an attack which left another German national dead.