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Police confirm release of 20 medical students and others kidnapped in Benue

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SAT AUG 24 2024-theGBJournal| Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Public Relations department today said, can confirm the release of ”our brothers and sisters and some other Nigerians who have been in captivity on Friday 23rd August 2024 in Ntunkon forest, Benue State, Without any ransom paid.

According to the NPF, ”no kobo was paid to release them.”

”They were actually rescued tactically and professionally. We commend the security agencies, locals, and ONSA for their commitment and resilience. Thanks to you all. More details soon.”

The victims’ kidnap was announced last Friday with reports saying they were taken while on their way to Enugu State.

Few days after their kidnap, the abductors demanded a ransom of N50 million for their release.

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