Crime
Benue Police Successfully Rescue Travellers from Bandits
Benue police rescue four travellers abducted by bandits along Adoka–Ankpa Road, ensuring safe release and issuing a security alert
The Benue State Police Command successfully rescued four travellers abducted by armed bandits along the Adoka–Ankpa Road on the night of February 8, authorities confirmed.
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The passengers, including a man, his wife Nafisa Abdulrazak, 41, their daughter Ummu Salma Abdulgafar, 13, and Maryam Abdulrazak, 10, were intercepted while transporting bags of rice from Naka to Kogi State in a Sienna vehicle.
Police sources said the Divisional Police Officer of Adoka swiftly mobilised patrol teams and tactical units, who combed surrounding bushland and secured the release of the victims without ransom.
The travellers were debriefed and allowed to continue their journey safely.
Intelligence reports from the State Investigation Department on February 9 revealed the presence of heavily armed herdsmen in Ordue Zungu, Moon Council Ward, Kwande Local Government Area.
The group was linked to a recent attack that resulted in the deaths of a unit commander and ten civilians.
Authorities warned that the bandits are operating from difficult terrain near Moon Stream, posing challenges to security operations.
The police recommended the deployment of air support over the coming days to reinforce ground efforts and prevent further attacks on communities including Anen, Tumahar, Udedeku, Nyihemba, Acho’Ba, Wayar, and Nyuduu.
Despite the threat, Benue State Police Commissioner, Mr. Kabeer Bello, reassured the public that overall security in the state remains stable.
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He emphasised ongoing patrols, intelligence gathering, and proactive measures to safeguard residents and prevent further incidents.
Police dismiss officers Anthony Obodo case has been confirmed as the Rivers State Police Command dismissed three of its officers linked to the killing of a 22-year-old University of Port Harcourt graduate, Anthony Obodo.
The State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, disclosed this on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, while parading the three officers before journalists in Port Harcourt.
According to the command, the officers were linked to the incident that occurred last Thursday along Ada George in Port Harcourt, where Obodo was shot dead.
A member of the team, an inspector who fled after the shooting, has been declared a deserter.
CP Adepoju stated that the three arrested officers were subjected to an orderly room trial. Following the conclusion of the investigation and the establishment of their culpability, they have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and will be charged to court.
“I am here to provide updates on some serious incidents recently recorded in the state, including the investigation into the death of one Anthony A. Obodo… Following the conclusion of the investigation and the establishment of the culpability of the officers involved… the officers being paraded today have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and will be charged to court,” Adepoju said.
The commissioner noted that he understood the concerns of Obodo’s family and members of the public, adding that the Command has taken appropriate disciplinary action against the police personnel involved.
Obodo, a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt who was reportedly awaiting his NYSC call-up letter, was shot during a police pursuit.
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