Bandits demand N500,000 from Benue farmer before harvesting crops
James said his father’s experience was not an isolated incident, explaining that residents had suffered repeated attacks, theft and other forms of intimidation, noting that although it was the first time his father had been forced to pay ransom specifically to access his farm, he had previously been attacked, during which his money and goods were reportedly taken away.
James said the payment allowed his father to harvest only some of his crops, as the attackers insisted that he must pay the balance of N300,000 before he could return to the farm and harvest the remaining produce.
James said his father, who combines farming with public service, was attacked in his home about two weeks ago by suspected bandits who demanded a N500,000 ransom.
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