The last 10 passengers of Benue Links Transport Company, who were abducted along the Eke-Elengbecho axis of Okpokwu Local Government Area, Benue State, have been released.
The victims were traveling from Abeokuta to Makurdi on June 22 when armed men ambushed their vehicle and took them captive. Two of the 12 passengers were earlier rescued, while the rest regained freedom on Sunday.
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In a statement, Johnson Daniel, spokesperson for the company, said: “The passengers, who were initially 12 at the point of abduction, with two earlier rescued, had been held against their will by unidentified individuals but have now regained their freedom.
“We are deeply grateful that they have returned safely and are in stable condition. Appropriate medical evaluations and counselling are currently ongoing to support their well-being after this distressing ordeal.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to the relevant security agencies, community leaders, and all those who played a critical role in facilitating the release of the passengers. Their coordinated efforts and dedicated commitment to the safety of citizens have been invaluable during this challenging time.
“Benue Links Nigeria Limited remains steadfast in our commitment to the safety and security of all our passengers and staff.
“We will continue to collaborate closely with law enforcement authorities to ensure that justice is served and to prevent a recurrence of such incidents. Enhanced security measures are also being implemented across all our routes to further safeguard our operations.”
Benue State Police spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent Udeme Edet, said the command is yet to receive detailed information on the case.
