Kidnappers of the 80-year-old woman, Betinah Benson, who is mother of the Secretary to the Bayelsa State Government, Dr. Kombowei Benson, have demanded a ransom of N500 million for her release.
Another group also demanded N200 million for the release of Tari Ajanami, the owner of Club 64, a nightclub.
It was gathered that investigators were looking at the possibility that both abductions were planned by one group.
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Calls to police spokesman Asinim Butswat were not routed, so he could not confirm the ransom demand.
But a member of the family of the club owner confirmed that they were contacted by the kidnappers who demanded a ransom of N200 million.
“I was shocked when they demanded N200m. I hope and pray that they release our brother unhurt,” the family source said.