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The Police Command in Nasarawa State says the six abducted students of Faculty of Engineering, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Gudi campus, have regained their freedom.
SP Rahman Nansel, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lafia.
According to him, the victims are currently receiving medical attention and necessary support following their ordeal.
Nansel also revealed that two suspects have been detained in connection with the abduction.
Nansel said that the suspects, identified as Abdullahi Yeyi Haro, alleged leader of the kidnapping syndicate, and Basiru Abdullahi, both from Gudi, were arrested following sustained intelligence-led operations and coordinated tactical efforts by operatives of the command.
He said the arrests were made after diligent investigation and strategic operations aimed at dismantling the criminal network responsible for the abduction.
Nansel said the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Shetima Mohammed, commended the operatives involved in the operation for their professionalism, resilience and commitment to ensuring the safety of residents.
He said the commissioner reiterated the command’s determination to rid the state of all forms of criminality, particularly kidnapping and other violent crimes.
“The commissioner further assured members of the public that investigations are ongoing with a view to arresting other fleeing members of the syndicate and bringing all those involved in the crime to justice,” he said.
Nansel appreciated members of the public for their support and timely information, which he said contributed to the success of the operation.
He urged residents to remain vigilant and continue to provide useful information to security agencies to aid proactive crime prevention and prompt response.
