A Nigerian man recently shared an emotional tale about the incredible return of his nephew, who was abducted at the age of eight in Port Harcourt, only to find his way back home eight years later.
His story, which gained widespread attention on X (formerly Twitter), details the ordeal of the young boy and the heroic steps he took to escape.
The boy, taken by a man named Mr. Taye in 2017, was moved to Ondo State, where his identity was altered and he was raised under a new name, Olamide Awofolaju. After years of being held captive, the young man grew older, slowly piecing together the reality of his abduction.
Eventually, he gathered enough courage to take action and reported the situation to the authorities.
The uncle shared that his nephew had managed to raise ₦30,000 through hard work at a car wash in Akure, which he used to make his way back to Port Harcourt.
With the help of his own determination, he bravely reported his abductor, Mr. Taye, to the police, despite Taye’s flight from justice when the authorities arrived.
During his years away, the boy had lost his native Igbo dialect and now spoke with a Yoruba accent, a change his uncle mentioned while emphasizing that the story shouldn’t be used to fuel ethnic tensions. The emotional reunion came with mixed feelings, with the family expressing both joy and pain over the years lost.
The boy’s story has sparked reactions from Nigerians online, with many expressing shock, admiration, and relief. Some have questioned the circumstances surrounding the abduction, suggesting that there could be more to the tale than what is publicly known.
Despite this, the uncle expressed immense pride in his nephew’s courage and resilience. The boy’s strength had earned him the nickname “Ojukwu” as a child, a testament to his bold and fearless nature.
This heartfelt story of survival has left many reflecting on the harsh realities of abduction and the indomitable human spirit.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
