By Suleiman Anyalewechi
The Nigeria Police Force on Sunday September 21, 2025, confirmed the arrest of six suspects in connection with the deadly attack on the personnel of the Tactical Teams in Benue State.
The attacks, believed to have been carried out on Friday September 19, on Agu Centre, Katsina-Alu/Ukum Local Council of Benue state, by suspected killer herdsmen, culminated in the death of no fewer than three police officers. Seven others are reportedly missing.
A statement from the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO, Benjamin Hundeyin, described the action of the attackers as “cruel, unwarranted, and an affront on the good people of Benue state.
The Inspector General of Police, IGP, according to the statement, has directed the immediate deployment of additional tactical assets, including operatives to facilitate the speedy arrest of those involved in the dastardly act.
Hundeyin informed that the Benue State Commissioner of Police, CP Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari, is presently leading the coordinated campaign to rescue the missing Police Officers, as well as bring to justice the perpetrators of the heinous crime.
Meanwhile, the police spokesperson stated that the arrested suspects are currently in custody, assisting with useful information that can aid investigations.
This is as CP Emenari assured that no efforts will be spared in restoring peace and stability to the beleaguered parts of Benue state which has, of recent, been ravaged by an orgy of violent attacks and killings.
Consequently, the Police urges members of the general public to always volunteer credible intelligence that could lead to the tracking down of the remaining fleeing suspects, and dismantling of the criminal networks that have held the people hostage.
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