Gunmen abduct passengers at Isua in Akoko Southeast of Ondo State

The Police in Ondo State have confirmed the abduction of nine passengers at Isua in Akoko Southeast Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The passengers who were travelling in a Sienna bus to Lagos were abducted by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen.

The Police Spokesman said efforts were on to ensure the release of other victims.

He said the Police Command was working with hunters, local vigilantes and other agencies to comb the area and gather useful intelligence.

Meanwhile family member of one of the victims who pleaded anonymity confirmed that the kidnappers have demanded for 100 million naira as ransom.