The police say the bandits had abducted travellers but abandoned two of them
The police in Zamfara State on Tuesday said nine travellers were abducted along the Sokoto-Gusau road on Sunday, and not 60 as had been widely reported.“On Sunday 25th July, 2021, a large number of armed bandits blocked a Toyota Bus Vehicle belonging to Sokoto State Mass Transit and abducted eleven passengers who were travelling from Sokoto – Abuja along Sokoto – Gusau Road in Bakura LGA.
“Police Tactical operatives attached to Operation Restore Peace were alerted, and they quickly mobilzed to the location and dislodged the hoodlums who blocked many vehicles for abduction. “The road was instantly cleared for motorists and other road users and reinforced by more police operatives to improve the security and safety of the commuters.
“In the course of mopping up the scene, a Toyota Bus Vehicle belonging to Sokoto State Mass Transit was sighted empty and it was revealed that eleven passengers including the driver were abducted and taken to the bush before the arrival of the Police.“The Operatives further embarked on search and rescue operation in the sarrounding bush with a view to rescuing the kidnapped victims.
“In view of the above, the Command enjoined members of the public to discontenance the abduction of 60 people. On the other hand, members of the press are urged to always verify the authenticity of any information that comes their way before going to the public.”