There were indications, Tuesday, that kidnappers of the Lagos State Fire Service Acting Director and six others have demanded for N200 million ransom for their release.
A breakdown of the amount showed that N50 million ransom was requested for the release of the fire service boss, Rasaq Musibau and N150 million for the rest.
However, after much plea, Vanguard was reliably informed that the abductors agreed to reduce the amount. But they did not specify how much.
The abductors, during the conversation, assured family members of the safety of their captives. They however threatened to treat them harshly if their demand was not met.
It was gathered that when the abductors contacted the family of one of the captors in the early hours of yesterday, promised to call again at a particular time but had not, as at time of filing this report.
However, the Police said they were still on the trial of the kidnappers, with a view to rescuing the captives alive.
When contacted, spokesman for the Lagos State Police Command, DSP Elkana Bala, stated that it would be improper to disclose the operational strategy on ground to ensure the safety of the captors, noting that it might jeopardize operation.
He however, maintained that the police teams directed by the command boss to effect the release of the captives were on their trail.
