Popular Edo musician, Mr. Osayomore Joseph, who was kidnapped by gunmen has been released.
It was gathered that Osayomore regained his freedom on Thursday after spending almost a month in captivity.
His manager, Mr. Frank Ugbomah, and State Chairman of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, Mr. Willy Eghe-Nova, confirmed his release to our correspondent on the telephone.
It could, however, not be ascertained if a ransom was paid.