From Our Correspondent – Markurdi

‎The Benue State Police Command says it has successfully rescued the remaining victims abducted from Benue Links Hummer Bus (Reg. No. 14B143BN) in an unfortunate incident which occurred on 22nd June, 2025.
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Dependable police source disclosed that, this positive development followed a sustained and intelligence-driven operation led by the Inspector-General of Police Special Intervention Squad (IGP-SIS), in collaboration with the Command’s Tactical and Patrol teams, the Military, and other sister security agencies.

“Acting on credible intelligence that the kidnappers were moving the victims through the bush path around Ondo Village in Ugbokolo, Okpokwu LGA, operatives swiftly mobilised and conducted an extensive search operation.
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‎After hours of combing the area, eleven victims were safely located and rescued. One suspect has been arrested in connection to the kidnapping, while effort is being sustained to identify and arrest other suspects. The victims are currently receiving appropriate medical attention and psychological support.”

‎The SUPREME learnt that, the operation came just one week after two other victims from the same incidence were rescued and reunited with their families.
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‎The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Ifeanyi Emenari, was said to have commended the courage and professionalism of the operatives involved, as well as the resilience of the rescued victims. He assured that investigations are ongoing to ensure that all those responsible for this criminal act are brought to justice.
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We learnt that, the Command also extended its profound appreciation to the families of the victims for their patience and cooperation, and to members of the public who provided actionable information that greatly aided the success of this mission.
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Spokesperson of the Command ‎DSP Edet Udeme confirmed the story.

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