The family of 18-year-old Aisosa is celebrating with deep relief and gratitude after the young man safely returned home following a frightening kidnapping incident in Ekpoma, Edo State.

According to reports shared by Tt: @dreal_harmony, Aisosa was abducted alongside three other young occupants in their hostel in the university community of Ekpoma. The incident, which threw the area into panic, is the latest in a troubling rise of targeted kidnappings around student environments in Edo State.

How the Kidnapping Happened

Sources revealed that unknown gunmen stormed the hostel late at night, forcefully taking the four occupants. The attack left other students terrified, as parents and residents began calling for stronger security measures within the university surroundings.

For days, Aisosa’s family endured emotional torment, unsure of the fate of their son.

A Joyful Homecoming

Thankfully, Aisosa eventually regained his freedom and reunited with his loved ones. His family’s home reportedly erupted with jubilation the moment he arrived — tears, prayers, and overwhelming joy filled the atmosphere as they welcomed him back safe and alive.

His return has sparked a wave of thanksgiving across social media, with many celebrating the good news and calling for urgent reforms to protect young people in the state.

Community Demands Better Security

Residents in Ekpoma, particularly students, are once again calling on:

• Edo State Government

• Security agencies

• Community vigilantes

to intensify efforts in combating kidnapping, especially in areas populated by students and young professionals.

They stress that hostel kidnappings are becoming increasingly frequent, and that decisive action is needed to restore peace and confidence in the region.

Public Reacts

Online users, especially from Edo communities, expressed relief at Aisosa’s safe return. Many also urged authorities to use this incident as a wake-up call to improve campus-area protection and ensure such traumatic events are prevented in the future.