Leadnaija
The incident occurred on Sunday night when the bus, returning from Onitsha, Anambra State, to Ado-Ekiti, was ambushed by the attackers.
According to a source from the Road Transport Employers’ Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), Ado-Ekiti Motor Terminal branch, the driver, Mr. Sunday Emmanuel, was among those abducted...CLICK TO READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶▶
The source disclosed that the kidnappers have contacted the driver’s family, demanding ₦30 million as ransom for each passenger.
“The driver and passengers were taken, and the kidnappers are asking for ₦30 million per person,” the source revealed.
The attackers reportedly abandoned some children traveling in the bus, whose cries attracted the attention of passersby early Monday morning.
Concerned individuals alerted the authorities, and the matter was reported to the nearest police station.
This incident has heightened concerns over the rising cases of kidnappings in Ekiti State and across Nigeria.
Residents and travelers have expressed fears about the security of the roads, urging the government and security agencies to take urgent measures to address the situation.
As of the time of this report, the police are yet to release an official statement, but efforts to locate and rescue the victims are reportedly underway.
Meanwhile, families of the kidnapped passengers are appealing for assistance to secure their loved ones’ safe return…CLICK TO READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶▶
This attack is the latest in a string of similar incidents in the region, prompting calls for improved security and coordinated efforts to curb criminal activities.
