The Benue State Police Command announced that it rescued 29 people who had been held captive and arrested 34 foreign nationals in October.
The operation, carried out across several locations in the state, saw police officers locate and free the victims, who had reportedly been kidnapped by armed groups. The rescued individuals were taken to secure facilities for medical and psychological support.
According to the police, the 34 suspects were identified as nationals from Cameroon and Niger. They were taken into custody on charges related to the abduction and other criminal offences.
Benue State, situated in central Nigeria, has faced a rise in kidnapping incidents in recent years. The police said the operation was part of a broader campaign to curb cross‑border criminal activity in the region.
Police officials urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities. The rescued victims are currently under the care of local support services while the arrested foreigners await further legal proceedings.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>