Channels TV reporter in Rivers, who was abducted on Thursday night in Port Harcourt by gunmen, Joshua Rogers, has been released by his abductors.
Rogers’ colleague who also works with Channels TV in Port Harcourt, Charles Oporu, said Rogers who was seized near his residence at Rumuosi in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, had regained his freedom.
He was said to have been released about 10pm on Friday.
“Yes, he has been released. He was released about an hour ago, and he has reunited with his family,” Oporum said.
The management of the television station, in a short statement, also confirmed the development.
The statement read, “Channels Television reporter, Joshua Rogers, who was abducted last night in Port Harcourt, Rivers State has been freed.
“We thank our viewers and all those who expressed concerns over the unfortunate incident.”
Rogers is the Government House, Port Harcourt correspondent for Channels TV.
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