The Digest:
The Benue State Police Command has arrested seven suspected militia herdsmen linked to the abduction of passengers from a Benue Links bus along the Makurdi–Otukpo road last Wednesday. All 18 kidnapped passengers, including JAMB candidates heading to Otukpo for their examinations, have been successfully rescued. Commissioner of Police Ifeanyi Emenari said the release was achieved through a coordinated effort of multiple security agencies, with the deployment of an IGP tactical team increasing pressure on the kidnappers.
Key Points:
- Eight suspects are in custody, with seven identified as herdsmen bandits.
- Victims have identified some of the suspects.
- Five passengers were initially freed; the remaining 13 were rescued Sunday.
- Governor Alia urged JAMB to reschedule exams for the affected candidates.
- Special clearance operations are ongoing to dislodge criminal groups.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
