Nigeria, June 29 -- The Nigeria Police have revealed how Benedict Audu, a medical doctor practising in Abuja, and two others were killed by a criminal gang after being paid N7.5 million as ransom.

Last year, Mr Audu, 70; his son, Iramon, 32, and Samaila Akenjinba, 30, a friend, were abducted while travelling from Takum in Taraba State to Abuja on March 26, 2019.

Mr Audi had travelled with the intention of meeting a friend in Katsina-Ala, Benue State, before proceeding to Abuja but the aim was cut short by the abductors.

They were kidnapped on the road between the two towns.

PREMIUM TIMES reported how the victims were still held hostage two months after paying the ransom for their release.

For over a year, the Audus were hopeful that ...