The bodies of eight missing policemen have been recovered in Benue State following violent attacks by suspected armed herders and insurgent groups.
The policemen were part of a tactical team ambushed in the Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Area on Friday, September 19, 2025, an attack which also left three officers dead and several others missing.
The Nigeria Police Force arrested six suspects in connection with the attack, currently in custody and cooperating with investigators.
Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun condemned the attack, describing it as cruel and a direct affront to the people of Benue, and has deployed additional tactical units to restore peace.
The Commissioner of Police for Benue State, CP Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari, is leading operations to rescue missing officers and bring the attackers to justice.
Residents have been urged to cooperate with security agencies while remaining calm and vigilant as investigations and rescue efforts continue.
The incident is part of an ongoing security challenge in Benue involving clashes between herders and farming communities, leading to numerous deaths and mass displacement.
This report details the recovery of policemen’s bodies following an ambush in Benue, highlighting security operations to apprehend suspects and stabilize the region amid persistent violent attacks.### Bodies of 8 Missing Policemen Recovered in Benuelagostelevision+1
The bodies of eight policemen who had been missing following an attack in Benue State have been recovered, marking a significant development in the ongoing security challenges in the region.
The ambush occurred on September 19, 2025, when suspected armed herders and insurgents attacked a police tactical team at the Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Area.
Three police officers were confirmed killed during the attack, while several others went missing until recent recovery efforts.
The Nigeria Police Force arrested six suspects believed to be involved in the ambush. The suspects are currently in custody and cooperating with ongoing investigations.
Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun condemned the attack as an affront to the people of Benue and has directed the deployment of additional tactical assets to maintain security and rescue any remaining missing personnel.
Police Commissioner Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari is leading the efforts to restore peace and apprehend the perpetrators in the state.
Residents of Benue have been urged to stay calm, vigilant, and provide useful information to security agencies to help curb increasing violence in the area.