The Edo State Head of Service, Mr Anthony Okungbowa, on Monday was released by his abductors.

Recall that Okungbowa was kidnappers on Saturday along Oza Road in the Orhionmwon Local Government Area of the state, while on his way back to Benin.

A source in the family disclosed that Okungbowa was released by his abductors on Monday.

The source added that the HoS was released after ransom demanded by his kidnappers was paid, he, however, did not disclose the amount paid as ransom.

He said the ransom was paid through collaboration between the family and the state government.

“We just want to thank God that our brother has been set free and in good health,” the source added.

However, the policeman attached to the HoS who was shot during his abduction died on Monday evening.

Recall that the driver of the HoS was shot dead by the gunmen before abducting him.