The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, says it has arrested 15 additional suspects in an ongoing response operation in Benue State following a deadly attack on Police Tactical Teams by suspected armed herdsmen and local militias at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Area of the State.
CSP. Benjamin Hundeyin, Force Public Relations Officer confirmed this development.
Additional suspects in police custody
Earlier, the Police had arrested six suspects in an attack, which occurred on Friday, September 19, 2025, claiming the lives of three police officers, while seven others are still missing.
The response operation being led by the Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari is geared towards rescuing the missing officers and arresting the fleeing suspects.
Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, strongly condemned the attack, describing it as cruel, unwarranted, and an affront on the good people of Benue State.
The arrested suspects are in custody and assisting with useful information.
The Police boss has equally directed the deployment of additional tactical assets to the area and assured that no stone will be left unturned in restoring peace and security in Benue State.
The NPF urges members of the public to remain calm, vigilant, and supportive of security agencies, as the Force continues to intensify efforts towards rescuing missing personnel, apprehending fleeing suspects, and dismantling the criminal networks behind the attacks.
