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IG in Niger, vows to rescue abducted worshippers

Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, assures safe rescue of worshippers abducted in Niger State and arrest of perpetrators. com/ig-in-niger-vows-to-rescue-abducted-worshippers/

IG in Niger, vows to rescue abducted worshippers

Niger State Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, pledged on Saturday to rescue kidnapped worshippers and apprehend those responsible for their abduction following recent attacks. Disu visited the state to assess security and rescue operations after the attack in Dekara District, Borgu Local Government Area. He received a warm welcome from the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, representing Governor Mohammed Bago, and the Commissioner for Homeland Security, Maurice Magaji.

Disu conveyed condolences to the state government, people, and families of victims, expressing confidence in the ongoing police efforts to recover abducted individuals and apprehend perpetrators. He praised the state's cooperation and support, emphasizing the police's commitment to intelligence-led, professionally coordinated operations and community engagement.

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