Anambra Police Arrest Soldier for Faking Own Kidnap, Demanding N20m Ransom
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a serving soldier, Samuel Ekezie, for allegedly faking his own kidnap and demanding ₦20 million ransom from his family.
Ekezie, 38, is attached to the 302 Artillery Regiment of the Nigerian Army, Onitsha. He was arrested on September 15, 2025, and taken into custody.
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According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, preliminary investigations revealed that on August 15, 2025, the suspect staged his abduction and sent a text message to his family, demanding ₦20 million for his supposed release.
Police operatives, acting on intelligence, traced and arrested him at his hideout in Rivers State.
“The Command is conducting a thorough investigation into the case to ensure justice is served,” Ikenga said.
By PRNigeria
