Suspected bandits who abducted students of the College of Health Sciences at the University of Jos in Plateau State, have demanded N50million ransom for the release of the victims.
The bandits made the demands after contacting the families of their hostages.
In a statement by its spokesman Adeniran Adebanjo, the Students’ Union Government (SUG) at the institution, said contact has already been established with the families of the affected students, the Dean of Students’ Affairs, the Dean, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, and other concerned stakeholders.
The statement added that efforts are ongoing as the kidnappers have demanded a ransom of 50 million naira for the students’ release.
“We understand that this news is deeply troubling to everyone. At this time, we urge the entire university community to remain calm and keep faith. Security operatives are fully engaged in addressing the situation, and we are hopeful that a peaceful resolution will be reached soon,” the statement partly read.
Thirteen students travelling to Enugu for the annual convention of the Federation of Catholic Medical and Dental Students were abducted on Thursday night along the Otukpo-Enugu road in Benue State.
