''Pay N13m in 2 Days or Lose Your Children''- Nanny Threatens Orekoya Parents

The nanny identified as Mary Akinloye who kidnapped three
children in Surulere area of Lagos State has given the
victims' family two days to produce N13m ransom or lose
the children.
And according to PUNCH, Mary had issued the ultimatum
through a man who used her telephone to communicate
with the family. The initial N15m demanded by the
kidnappers had been reduced to N13m after much appeal
by the victim's mother.
Their correspondent visited the family on Friday and learnt
that the ransom had been reduced to
N13m and efforts to cut a fairer deal with the kidnappers
had been abortive.
The victims' father, Leke, said that the family received a text
message from the kidnappers on Friday afternoon, saying
the children's life depended on the payment of the ransom
within 24 hours of the ultimatum. Although, this was later
reviewed to 48 hours. He said:
"They said we should produce the money in 24 hours or
they would 'delete' our kids.
"Our major concern is our 11 months old baby who
needs extra care."
Their mother, Adebisi, said the incident had started affecting
her mentally. She appealed to Nigerians of goodwill to
support the family with funds, adding that the family could
not afford to pay the ransom.
She said:
"I called the line of the nanny and a man picked the call.
He initially demanded N15m, but after I begged him, he
agreed to take N13m. We have been exchanging text
messages and he has insisted on N13m. He has also
assured us that we have no other option than to pay the
money.
I spoke with the children and they said the kidnappers
were treating them well and that they were doing fine. I'm
sure if they get the money today, they will release my
children to me. All they need is the money.
I appeal to the government, politicians in the country,
Nigerians of goodwill to please help us before it is too
late. After my children have been released to me, the
police can then begin their investigation."
The Orekoya family reportedly had agreed before the kidnap
to a monthly salary of N10, 000 to N15, 0000 with Akinloye,
who claimed to be looking for money to continue her
education.
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