The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the arrest of five suspected kidnappers linked to kidnappings in Obinze, Avu, and Ihiagwa, and the rescue of the kidnapped victim.
The Force spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Wednesday, said the arrests followed several operations conducted across the country in efforts to boost national security and fortify the safety of every citizen.
According to him, the suspects, identified as Umaru Usman, from Mauree in Sokoto; Tukur Yau, from Dawakinkudur in Kano State; Musbau Sabo, from Warsaw LGA in Kano State; Abdul Ibrahim, from Sokoto State and Jubrin Idris, also from Sokoto State, were arrested on the 21st of August 2024 in Avu, Imo State.
Another groundbreaking achievement, Adejobi disclosed, was the arrest of one Nwauba Alex, a 25-year-old male from Ezza LGA, Ebonyi State on August 21, 2024, who was arrested while attempting to rob two residents at gunpoint near Aladinma Primary School, Owerri.
Recovered from the suspect were 1 locally made pistol, 2 rounds of live ammunition, and torchlights.
“The Nigeria Police remains relentless in its efforts to combat these heinous acts and reiterates commitment towards bolstering security measures. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD., NPM., further reaffirms this commitment with the emplacement of both proactive and reactive measures aimed against these crimes”, Adejobi stated.
