A statement by Police Spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, revealed that the students alongside other captives were rescue by a joint operations of the police tactical team and other security agencies in Ntunkon forest, Benue State. He insisted that the medical students were rescued tactically and professionally.
Adejobi also applauded the effort and dexterity of the security agencies, locals, and Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), for their commitment and resilience.