Gunmen Kidnap 19 NYSC Members in Imo, Demand N950m Ransom
On October 1, gunmen abducted 19 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State, demanding a ransom of N950 million, or N50 million per person, for their release. The corps members were traveling in two buses operated by Uko Akwa Ibom Motors Nigeria Limited, heading to orientation camps in Abia and Akwa Ibom states.
The buses departed from Bodija/Samonda Park in Ibadan on September 30 but were delayed by traffic near Benin, Edo State. After spending the night in Oba due to poor road conditions, the buses resumed their journey early on October 1.
Shortly after entering Imo State, armed men blocked the vehicles and abducted 19 passengers, while the drivers escaped and alerted security personnel. The Imo State Police Command reported that 10 victims had been rescued, but it was unclear if they were among the abducted corps members.
The Oyo State Government condemned the abduction, with Commissioner Dotun Oyelade stating that the Governor had directed resources for the victims' release.
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