Harrison Gwamnishu Accused of Diverting ₦20 Million Ransom

Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has been publicly accused by an X user, @Abdulganiyu0se1, of diverting part of a ₦20 million ransom plus an additional ₦50,000 meant to secure the release of the user’s sister and her husband from captivity.

The activist responded to the allegation in a Facebook post, stating that he remained silent initially to protect the safety of the man still in captivity.

However, due to the family’s false accusations, he threatened to reveal all details, including their initial plans.

He also disclosed that representatives from the Edo State government are aware of the incident.

Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has been accused of diverting a portion of a ransom intended to secure the release of kidnapped family relatives.

According to the X user, Harrison Gwamnishu received a total of ₦20 million plus an additional ₦50,000 as ransom money. The user specifically accused the activist of stealing part of this ransom, which was meant to secure the release of his sister and her husband from captivity.

In a lengthy Facebook post, Harrison Gwamnishu responded to the X user’s accusation, explaining that his initial silence was only to protect the safety of the man who is reportedly still in captivity.

However, given the family’s public accusation, he felt compelled to respond. He stated:

“The only reason I am staying silent is because of the safety of the man still in captivity. But since the family who are supposed to protect their brother are accusing me falsely, is it not better i drop all that happened including our initial plans for posterity sake”

The activist called upon investigative journalists to obtain the facts and gain a detailed understanding of the incident. He further disclosed in his post that representatives from the Edo State government are aware of the situation.