Gunmen Abduct Nine Passengers at Isua Akoko, Ondo

About nine passengers aboard a Toyota Sienna space bus have been abducted by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen.

The passengers were heading from Abuja to Lagos but were abducted at Isua Akoko area of Ondo State.

The state Police spokesman, ASP Tee-Leo Ikoro, however said one of the victims has been rescued.

A family member of one of the victim, Bamidele Ojo, confirmed that the kidnappers have demanded N100m ransom.

ASP Ikoro said efforts were on to ensure release of other victims.

The spokesman said the police was working with hunters, local vigilante and other agencies.

Leke Adegbite