The Nigeria Police Force attached to the Jibia Divisional Police Headquarters, Katsina State, has intercepted a group of suspected armed bandits along the Magama-Jibia road, where they had accosted and attacked two commercial vehicles in an attempt to kidnap the occupants.
The Police Operatives engaged the bandits in a fierce gun duel which compelled the armed and dreaded bandits to flee, resulting in the foiling of the kidnapping attempt and the rescue of fourteen victims.
Unfortunately, during the escape, two of the victims sustained gunshot injuries from the assailants.
Similarly, operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have engaged a group of bandits in large number at Idasu Village, Kidandan LGA, Kaduna State and foiled another kidnapping attempt, successfully rescuing 89 victims and recovering 1 locally made AK-47 rifle and 5 rounds of live ammunition.
This plus other foiled kidnapping attempts in Lagos, Zamfara, Kaduna, and Delta States are highly commendable as well.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, commends the efforts of the operatives of the Force for their exceptional display of gallantry, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
He further reiterates the commitment of the Force towards continual professionalism and dedication to the safety and security of our dear country.
