Chief Sir Joseph Ebere Ezeokafor, chairman of Jezco Group of Companies and father of popular social media personality, Jowi Zaza, has returned to his hometown of Ekwulobia in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, where he was warmly received by his kinsmen.

Ezeokafor regained his freedom on Friday night after spending nearly two weeks in the custody of his abductors.

A video shared on social media showed residents, particularly women from the community, gathering at his expansive compound to celebrate his return.

Some of the women were seen embracing the businessman, while others knelt and lay on the ground in thanksgiving for his safe return.

The Anambra State Police Command had on Saturday confirmed the release of Ezeokafor and a Rev. Sister who were abducted by armed men at Ifite-Awka.

The command said both victims had returned safely, while security agencies were working to establish the circumstances surrounding their release and obtain information that could assist the ongoing investigation.

Ezeokafor, a septuagenarian, was abducted in the early hours of Tuesday while reportedly travelling to a prayer ground in Awka, Anambra State.

His return has since sparked celebrations among members of his community, who expressed relief and gratitude over his safe recovery.