Pirates release crewman

on August 23, 2017

No confirmation on other releases.

Abducted Moroccan Sailor Reportedly Freed by Nigerian Kidnappers

Moroccan officer of the merchant navy, Ahmed Janane, who had been Kidnapped last July 31 by Nigerian pirates in the Gulf of Guinea after an attack of the ship “OYA 1”, flying Panamanian flag, has been freed last Sunday.

According to members of Ahmed’s family who revealed his release, he is expected back home in a few days, reported daily Assabah on Tuesday.

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Source: northafricapost.com

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