
Suspected kidnappers have kidnapped seven travellers alongside the Owo-Ipele axis of the Owo-Benin freeway in Ondo State.
The assault occurred over the weekend, sparking issues over rising insecurity within the space.
Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident, stating that officers have been deployed to rescue the victims.
The kidnapping comes shortly after the killing of 5 farmers at Ajegunle Powerline in Akure North Native Authorities Space.