Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele on Saturday confirmed the release of his wife, Margaret Emefiele who was kidnapped on Friday.

It was reported that she was rescued by security operatives at Ugoneki near Benin City late Friday.

There were also reports that the abductors demanded N1.5 billion, however it is unknown if the ransom was paid.

“I am grateful security agencies for their gallantry in bringing my wife back home within 24 hours in compliance with the directive of President Muhammadu Buhari,” he said in a statement Saturday.

“My gratitude to the Delta and Edo State governments, friends and well wishers who, through their actions, prayers and goodwill, helped to bring this harrowing experience to a joyful end.

“I reaffirm my resolve to continue to serve the nation diligently with all his heart without any fear of intimidation,” Emefiele said.