The two players have now regained their  freedom from their kidnappers. The footballers were reportedly kidnapped while on their way to Lagos after their teams went on vacation due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A statement released by Enyimba FC read;
“Enyimba midfielder Ekundayo Ojo and Abia Comets’ Benjamin Iluyomade, who were kidnapped on Sunday have regained their freedom. The footballers were released on Wednesday night following combined efforts of Enyimba Football Club and families of the players. It would be recalled that the footballers were kidnapped along the Benin-Owo expressway as they journeyed to Akure following the suspension of the Nigeria Professional Football League amid concerns over the global pandemic, Covid-19. The players have since reunited with their families.”