Three members of a notorious five-man kidnapper gang allegedly terrorising Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State have been arrested in the early hours of Sunday at Ogoli Ugboju.
It was gathered that the arrests were made possible through the combined efforts of the Executive Chairman of Otukpo LGA, Hon Prince Maxwell Ogiri, and local security agencies.
Among those apprehended are Abu Umaru and Ashimu, two of the key members of the kidnapping syndicate.
Confirming the development, the chairman of the the local government, Ogiri, praised the security agencies for their vigilance and commitment in ensuring that those responsible for the criminal activities in the community are swiftly apprehended.
He said, “Faces of three members of a five-man kidnapping gang that has been terrorizing Otukpo Local Government Area and surrounding communities.
“Our gallant security forces chased and apprehended them today, Sunday, 6th April 2025, in Ogoli-Ugboju.
“The names of the criminals are Ibrahim Salleh, Ashimu and Abuh Umaru. Efforts are ongoing to track down their remaining accomplices and local collaborators.”
However, when contacted, the Benue State Police PRO, Kate Anene, stated that she had not been briefed.
“I have not been brief but I will reach the DPO about it,” she said.
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