Police confirm abduction of passengers in Benue
Fourteen passengers were abducted while travelling through the Okpokwu axis in Benue State. DSP Udeme Edet, spokesperson for the Benue State Police Command, confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are ongoing. Two passengers were reportedly shot and killed during the attack. The incident has raised concerns about the security situation in the state.
What happened
- DSP Udeme Edet confirmed the abduction of 14 passengers along the Okpokwu axis.
- The passengers were travelling from the Igede axis of Oju and Obi Local Government Areas.
- Two passengers were shot and died instantly during the attack.
- The Chairman of Oju Local Government Area, Jackson Ominyi, said two abducted passengers have been rescued.
- The incident has heightened concerns about security in Benue State.
