The Police Command in Benue State has confirmed the abduction of 14 passengers, mainly Joint Admission and Matriculation Board candidates, who were travelling from Makurdi to Otukpo Local Government Area. The Commissioner of Police, Ifeanyi Emenari, confirmed the abduction to journalists on Thursday in Makurdi, stating that the passengers were abducted on Wednesday night while travelling on a Benue Links bus. According to Mr Emenari, one of the passengers was able to escape. The commissioner of police has mobilised a team of policemen, including Divisional Police Officers, to rescue the victims.
The abduction occurred when the Benue Links bus was stopped and attacked by hoodlums. Mr Emenari noted that Benue Links has a policy of not driving at night, but the driver had chosen to do so, and the police are still investigating why. The commissioner of police has promised to do everything possible to rescue the victims. Insecurity has worsened in Benue State in recent months, with villages and communities coming under attack, resulting in loss of lives and injuries.
The Commissioner of Police, Ifeanyi Emenari, is taking a proactive approach to rescuing the 14 abducted passengers, having mobilised a team of policemen to the area. This swift action is crucial in a state where insecurity has worsened in recent months, with frequent attacks on villages and communities. The fact that one passenger was able to escape suggests that the police may have a lead to follow, and Mr Emenari's presence on the ground could make a significant difference in the rescue efforts. The abduction of these passengers, mainly JAMB candidates, will likely have a significant impact on the families and communities affected, highlighting the need for increased security measures in the state.
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