The Federal Minister of Transportation, Mua’zu Sambo, has frowned at the recent attack on innocent people at Tom Ikimi Train Station Igueben Edo State.
The minister referred to the incident as barbaric and despicable.
The Director, Press and Public Relations, Henshaw Ogubike, in a statement said the security agents are on top of the issue, to rescue the kidnapped victims.
The statement reads: “The Public is hereby reassured that the security Agencies are making efforts to rescue the kidnapped Train passengers.
“The Nigerian Police is on the trail of the criminals and have mobilised with a view to protecting the lives and property of the remaining passengers. The Government is saddened by this unpleasant development and assures its prompt response to the ugly situation.”