Police rescue all Benue bus kidnap victims and arrest suspects
The Nigeria Police Force has successfully rescued all passengers abducted from a Benue Links bus in Otukpo, Benue State. The operation, which followed the kidnapping incident on April 15, 2026, led to the safe recovery of the remaining victims. According to Force Spokesman DCP Anthony Placid, the rescued individuals include eight students who were traveling for examinations. Seven suspects have been arrested, with ongoing investigations to apprehend more accomplices.
What we know
- All 18 passengers abducted during the April 15, 2026, incident have been rescued by the Nigeria Police Force.
- The rescue included eight students traveling to Otukpo for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
- Seven suspects were arrested during the operation, with three identified as members of the kidnapping syndicate.
- Each rescued individual has undergone medical evaluation and will be reunited with their families after debriefing.
- Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu praised the officers involved and directed increased security in the Otukpo area.
