The federal government has condemned the kidnapping of passengers at the Tom Ikimi Train Station Igueben Edo State, saying it is despicable and utterly barbaric.
Henshaw Ogubike, Director Press Public Relations in a statement on Sunday said security agencies are making efforts to rescue the kidnapped victims.
The statement added that the Nigeria Police is on the trail of the criminals.
“The Government is saddened by this unpleasant development and assures on its prompt response to the ugly situation” the statement read in part.