A Nigerian lady who recently went viral after sharing disturbing WhatsApp conversations with bandits who kidnapped her father has finally shared a positive update about his release.
The Viral Kidnapping Story
The emotional saga began when the lady, who goes by the username @funkysguide on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), revealed that her father had been abducted by bandits while returning from attending an event at her university. The incident quickly gained national attention after she shared screenshots of the chilling WhatsApp exchanges with the kidnappers.
In her initial posts, she described the traumatic situation, writing: "My feelings are numb, My heart is heavy. He only traveled down to celebrate me. He was happy I was graduating we danced together. He is been tied down and beaten right now. He said he is in the bush, 'he is weak pls act fast'."
The Emotional Release
Several days after her desperate social media appeal for help, the lady returned to her platform with better news. She confirmed that her father had finally been released from captivity, though the family had to pay a ransom to secure his freedom.
In a heartfelt message shared alongside a photograph of her father, she expressed profound gratitude to everyone who supported the family during the difficult period. "Thank you so much for standing by us during this tough period," she wrote.
She specifically acknowledged that the combination of public support and divine intervention made the difference: "Your support, prayers and contributions, along with God's mercy, are the reasons we were able to save him and pay the ransom."
Gratitude and Moving Forward
The lady concluded her emotional update with warm wishes for her supporters, hoping that no one else would ever experience similar trauma. "We're truly grateful and we pray none of you or your loved ones will ever face such a situation. God bless you richly," she added.
The case highlights the ongoing security challenges facing ordinary Nigerians, where families often resort to social media campaigns and ransom payments to secure the release of kidnapped loved ones. The lady's decision to publicly share her ordeal brought national attention to her father's plight and demonstrated how social media has become an unexpected tool in addressing security crises in the country.
