The Nigerian Army has rescued 27 passengers abducted by kidnappers in Amoda community, Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State.
Naijaonpoint reports that the development comes following a coordinated operation by troops of Operation Whirl Stroke.
According to Daily Post, the kidnappers reportedly stormed the kidnappers’ hideout and overpowered them, leading to the safe recovery of the victims.
The Army said the breakthrough in Benue formed part of its broader nationwide counter-terrorism and anti-crime operations, which also resulted in 15 terrorists killed, 42 suspects arrested, and 30 kidnapped victims rescued across the country.
In the North East, troops engaged Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgents in Dikwa, Gwoza, Bama, Banki, and Gujba, killing 15 fighters and recovering rifles, grenades, explosives, motorcycles, and communication equipment.
In other news, Governor Hyacinth Alia has approved the resolutions of the Benue State House of Assembly to suspend three government officials.
The decision of the Governor was conveyed in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, following the resolutions passed by the House and conveyed to him.
According to the statement, Governor Alia has affirmed the suspension of the Executive Chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area, Maxwell Ogiri, for a period of one month.
Similarly, the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mrs. Grace Adagba, has been suspended for a period of one month and the immediate suspension of the Executive Secretary of the Benue State Lottery Commission, Michael Uper, for the period of one month was also approved.
The statement further indicates that Governor Alia reiterates his unwavering commitment to the rule of law, due process, and the principles of separation of powers.
He commends the House of Assembly for exercising its constitutional responsibilities and assures the people of Benue State that his administration remains dedicated to transparency, accountability, and good governance.
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