By Peterson Ibi/Benin
The former Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism, Mr. Osaze Osemwingie-Ero, has finally been set free after months of detention in France.
Osemwingie-Ero was arrested and detained by INTERPOL in France, in November 2020 for allegedly being in possession of $2 million.
The former Commissioner could be seen in a video of 18 seconds, now trending online, apparently shot at an Airport, as he pushed his luggage and engaged in elbow greetings, in line with the COVID-19 protocol.
A voice in background could also be heard shouting, “return of the man, return of the man” to celebrate his release.
Confirming the release to journalists in Benin, a source close to the former Commissioner disclosed that he has regained his freedom, but would not want to speak to anyone yet.
“Learnt he’s in London. I chatted with him on WhatsApp some few minutes ago… It’s true. He’s out, though not ready to speak with press now,” the source disclosed.
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