Four Chinese workers kidnapped in Cross River regain freedom

The Four Chinese nationals kidnapped at gun point while working at a production company in Oban community in Akamkpa LGA of Cross River State about 22 days ago have regained their freedom.

The victims, named as Kan Jinxi, Hujinchang, Jiang Jijun and Cheng Qing were kidnapped at the premises of Danatrite Construction Company in Oban, Akamkpa LGA, when armed gunmen stormed the company early Wednesday morning of the fateful day.

One Sgt. Ifere Sampson, a serving policeman who kept guard in the company was shot dead by the bandits.

The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, in the state, DSP Irene Ugbo confirmed the release of the nationals on Sunday.

“The Police and other security agencies in collaboration with the State Government has secured the release of the Chinese Nationals in Akpabuyo,” she stated.

She did not, however, disclose whether ransom was paid before the release of the Chinese nationals.