Six Travellers Abducted Along Naka-Makurdi Road in Benue

By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa

Suspected bandits reportedly abducted six travellers early Tuesday along the Naka-Makurdi road in Benue State. 

The victims were intercepted at Kula village, a community located near the state capital, while travelling in a convoy.

The group had journeyed from Ilorin on Monday and stayed overnight in Kogi State for safety. They resumed their trip at 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, only to be ambushed by armed men shortly after entering Benue.

One passenger escaped, but six others, three men and three women were forced into the bush. The kidnappers have since contacted the victims’ families, demanding a ₦100 million ransom for their release.

Gwer West LGA Chairman, Omnin Torsar, confirmed the early morning attack. Regarding the ambush, he stated, “It’s true, I have confirmed the abduction. I was told the incident happened around 5 a.m. They were travelling in a convoy when they ran into bandits.”

Four of the victims are reportedly members of the Ansaarudeen Islamic Society. Their families and local mosque members have gathered to offer prayers for their safe return amid the difficult financial demands.

The Benue State Police Command is yet to receive a formal report, though kidnapping has surged in the region. This incident follows a string of similar attacks targeting worshippers and commuters across the state.