Bandits Abduct 14 Passengers Travelling From Enugu to Abuja

Police rescue 5 abducted travellers in Benue

Police operatives in Benue State on Friday rescued five of the 14 travellers allegedly abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Ankpechi–Omutele axis of Ohimini Local Government Area of the state. Our correspondent reports that the incident occurred on Thursday night when the victims were travelling in a commercial passenger bus from Enugu State to Abuja. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Peter Aondongu, in a statement, said operativ…

Bandits abduct 14 passengers travelling from Enugu to Abuja

Suspected bandits abducted about 14 passengers travelling from Enugu State to Abuja along the Ankpechi–Omutele axis of Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State on Thursday night. The gunmen reportedly ambushed the commercial bus conveying the passengers, forced them into the bush and abandoned the vehicle on the road. Confirming the incident, the Benue State […] Bandits abduct 14 passengers travelling from Enugu to Abuja

Gunmen abduct 14 passengers in Benue, five rescued

Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Benue State. Police confirm 5 rescued, 9 remain captive. Read more on the Benue abduction and ongoing rescue efforts. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-abduct-14-passengers-in-benue-five-rescued/

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Gunmen abduct 14 passengers in Benue - Newsy People

Gunmen have abducted 14 passengers travelling along the Otukpo–Adoka road in Benue State.   The incident occurred on Thursday night, August 13, 2026 when an 18-seater commercial bus travelling from Enugu State to Abuja was reportedly ambushed along the Ankpechi–Omutele axis of Ohimini Local Government Area.   A resident, Ochai, who spoke with punch on Friday, said the gunmen forced all the passengers into the surrounding forest.   “Some gunmen a…

9 Passengers Still Missing After Benue Bus Ambush

Nine passengers are still missing after suspected kidnappers ambushed a commercial bus travelling from Enugu to Abuja in Benue State, while five others have been rescued. The 18-seater bus was attacked late Thursday along the Ankpechi-Omutele axis of Ohimini Local Government Area on the Otukpo-Adoka Road. The gunmen reportedly forced passengers out of the vehicle and marched them into a nearby forest. Confirming the attack on Friday, spokesperso…