The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of six suspects in connection with an ongoing security operation in Benue State, following a deadly assault on Police Tactical Teams by suspected armed herdsmen and local militias at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum LGA.
Force PRO Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement, disclosed that the attack, which took place on Friday, September 19, 2025, resulted in the death of three officers, while seven others remain missing.
He said: “The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari, is currently leading the operation to rescue the missing officers and apprehend fleeing suspects. The arrested suspects are already assisting investigators with useful information.”
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun strongly condemned the incident, describing it as “cruel, unwarranted, and an affront on the good people of Benue State.”
He has since ordered the deployment of more tactical resources to the state, vowing that no stone will be left unturned in dismantling the criminal groups behind the attack.
The Force urged residents to remain calm and vigilant while assuring that intensified efforts are underway to rescue the missing officers and restore peace to Katsina-Ala and surrounding communities.