The Nigeria Police Force has arrested six 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.
In a statement on Sunday, September 21, the Force spokesman , CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said that the attack, which occurred on Friday, September 19, 2025, resulted in the death of three police officers while seven others were still missing.
Thenewsbearer reports that the Commissioner of Police, Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari, is currently leading the operation geared towards rescuing the missing officers and arresting the fleeing suspects.
Strongly condemning attack, the Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, described 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.
“Equally, the IGP has 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 FPRO stated.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police Force urged 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 such reprehensible attacks.
