About nine passengers aboard a Toyota Sienna space bus have been abducted by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen.

It was gathered that the passengers were heading from Abuja to Lagos but were abducted at Isua area in Akoko south east local government area of Ondo State.

A family member of one of the victim, Bamidele Ojo, confirmed that the kidnappers have demanded N100m ransom.

The state Police spokesman, ASP Tee-Leo Ikoro, however said one of the victims has been rescued.

He noted that efforts were on to ensure release of others.

The spokesman added that the Police were working with hunters, local vigilante and other agencies to secure their release.

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