The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of all passengers abducted during a kidnapping attack along the Benin-Lagos Road on May 9, 2026.
The incident occurred at Ogua Community when armed kidnappers attacked a commercial bus belonging to Young Shall Grow Motors conveying 13 passengers from Akwa Ibom State to Lagos. During the attack, a female passenger was reportedly shot by the hoodlums.
According to the Command, security operatives immediately launched coordinated rescue and bush-combing operations, leading to the rescue of five passengers, including two adults and three children, shortly after the incident.
The Police further disclosed that on May 10, operatives, aided by drones, aerial surveillance, intelligence-driven policing and other technological support, engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel and successfully rescued two more passengers.
The Command announced on Friday that the remaining six abducted passengers have now been rescued unhurt.
Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, commended the courage and resilience of officers involved in the operation, assuring residents that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the kidnappers.
Police spokesperson, ASP Eno Ikioedem, said intensive bush-combing operations are still underway to track down the perpetrators and strengthen security along the highway.