A former leader of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Mr Takai Shamang who was abducted by kidnappers on July 5, has been freed.
The abductors had invaded his Biniki village in Kaura Local Government of Kaduna State and took away the 78-year-old former unionist.
One of his daughters, Mrs Grace Abbin, confirmed her father’s release via a post on her WhatsApp status.
“To God Almighty be the Glory. My family lack words to appreciate everyone of you for the safe return of our daddy, comrade Elder Takai A. Shamang,” she stated.
She, however, did not state the circumstances of his release and whether a ransom was paid.
This is the second kidnap attempt on the elder statesman and former NLC leader within two years.
Shamang is currently the President and Founder of Gantys Aid for Widows, Orphans and Needy (GAWON), Foundation. Gantys Aid for Widows, Orphans and Needy (GAWON) is a non-governmental organisation in Nigeria focusing on helping widows, orphan and underprivileged.
He was also a former President General of the National Union of Electricity and Gas Workers, now the National Union of Electricity Employees, between 1982 and 1989.
Kaduna has become a hotbed of abductions with several prominent figures, including clergies and journalists, kidnapped in recent times.
NAN
