A graduate of the University of Jos, John Arum, has regained his freedom after spending several days in captivity following his abduction by suspected kidnappers along the Jos–Kaduna highway. Arum was abducted alongside six other passengers while travelling from Jos, Plateau State, to Kaduna State.
His release was confirmed by the Global President of the University of Jos Alumni Association, Gad Peter Shamaki, who described the development as a moment of thanksgiving. He said: “Great news, Josites. We are relieved and grateful to share that John Arum, our fellow Josite, has been safely released and is now back home with his family. This is a moment of thanksgiving. As we celebrate this good news, let us continue to keep him in our thoughts and prayers for full recovery, strength and peace in the days ahead. We also remember others still in similar situations and pray for their safe return.”
At press time, the condition of the other passengers abducted with him remained unclear. Arum’s ordeal drew widespread attention after footage showed him being beaten by his captors, prompting public concern and donations towards securing his release. He has since been reunited with his family, while calls continue for security agencies to dismantle the network behind the abduction and rescue those still in captivity.
