The Nigerian Police Force has said that no ransom was paid for the release of the abducted 20 medical students in Benue.
This development was shared by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on his X.com page on Saturday.
He noted that the students were released through collaborative efforts of security operatives and no ransom was paid as opposed to some online reports.
Adejobi wrote, “Release of 20 medical students and others. We 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. Contrary to some tweets and unconfirmed stories that some money was paid, 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.”
Recall that the medical students were abducted last Thursday along the Otukpo/Otukpa/Enugu federal highway while travelling to Enugu State for the Federation of Catholic Medical and Dental Students’ annual convention
