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Edo Train Attack:
Security Forces Rescue Six Kidnapped Victims
The Edo government has announced the rescue of six of the 31 train passengers who were kidnapped in the city hall area of Igeueben province on Saturday.
Communications and Guidance Commissioner Chris Nehikhare said in a statement provided to Benin’s Nigerian News Agency (NAN) on Monday.
According to Nehikhare, those rescued were a 65-year-old man, a nursing mother and baby, a 6-year-old girl and his two brothers aged 2 and 5.
He commended the Bush Rescue Team and their relief workers for working tirelessly to ensure victims were rescued and reunited with their families.
“We are confident that the other victims will be rescued soon as our highly motivated security guards are triumphantly stepping up their search for the kidnappers. The commissioner said, “Please rest assured that we will inform you as soon as the event unfolds.
He enlisted the support of everyone involved, especially the media.
He urged the media to stick to the facts and avoid sensationalist reporting that could cause further emotional distress to the families and friends of victims who have already suffered.
NAN reports that one of his 32 passengers who escaped the scammer is assisting security forces in a rescue operation.
