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Popular comedian Funnyvita is counting his blessings after a terrifying abduction ordeal that turned out to be a case of mistaken identity. The entertainer was released around 11 p.m. on October 31, 2025, following several hours in the hands of kidnappers who reportedly targeted someone else entirely.
According to Funnyvita’s account, the abductors seized his phone shortly after grabbing him and proceeded to transfer ₦250,000 from his bank account. It was only after the transaction that they realized he wasn’t their intended victim—believed to be a certain Ordubu Deli. In a bizarre twist, the kidnappers allegedly pressed Funnyvita for information on Hon. Haakyav Tombu Peter, demanding details about the politician’s business location and Abuja residence.
The comedian is now assisting the police with their investigation, providing whatever leads he can to track down the perpetrators. The incident has sparked conversations about rising insecurity and the dangers of mistaken identity in criminal operations.
One observer summed up the irony with a grim local saying: “In Benue, when you land in trouble, you’re often on your own.” While Funnyvita walked away with his life, the financial and emotional toll serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by public figures—and ordinary citizens—in regions grappling with kidnapping and unrest.
Authorities have yet to make arrests, but the case underscores the urgent need for improved intelligence and community vigilance to curb such incidents. For now, Funnyvita is safe, recovering, and likely rethinking late-night movements.
