A total sum of #10million has been demanded as ransom for the release of two officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) abducted by unknown Gunmen in Benue State.
The victims identified as Officer Oliver Orasuur and Officer David Shiaondo Iorwuese, were seized a few days ago along the Katsina-Ala – Ukum Road.
The abductors according to the reports have contacted the families of the officers to press their demand for the ransom payment.
Reacting to the development, the NIS described the abduction as a critical moment for the Service and called for swift intervention, solidarity, and concerted efforts to secure the safe return of the victims.
It will be recalled that In May, gunmen suspected to be kidnappers abducted a Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) officer, Simon Agbo, from his residence in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.
A family member, who spoke with journalists, had recounted that the attackers arrived suddenly, fired sporadic gunshots into the air to cause panic, and then seized the officer at gunpoint.
It was noted that they dragged him away to an unknown destination, leaving other people at the scene unharmed.
Agbo, who was recently redeployed from Kwara State to the Benue Command in February, was reportedly relaxing with neighbours when the assailants stormed the area.
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