Police , other security operatives, locals , ONSA rescued 20 medical students, other captives in Ntunkon forest , No ransome paid ----- FPRO

 

Twenty medical students and others captives held by kidnappers have been rescued . 

The Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi stated early on Saturday. 

ACP Adejobi stated that rescued of the victim's took place on Friday by a combined team of security operatives and locals including ONSA with no ransome paid to the kidnappers. 

He said "We confirm the release of our brothers and sisters and some other Nigerians who have been in captivity on Friday 23rd August 2024 in Ntunkon forest, Benue  State. Without any ransom paid. Contrary to some tweets and unconfirmed stories that some money was paid, no kobo was paid to release them. They were actually rescued tactically and professionally. We commend the security agencies, locals, and ONSA for their commitment and resilience. Thanks to you all. More details soon". 

It can be recalled that the medical students were going for a conference in Enugu state when they were kidnapped in Otukpo town which is about  two hours drive to Enugu state.