Police IG, Egbetokun, Promises To Rescue All Kidnapped Nigerians
The Inspector General of the Nigeria Police Force, Kayode Egbetokun, has pledged to rescue every Nigerian kidnapped or abducted anywhere in the country.
This much was revealed in a statement released by the Force Spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, on Tuesday.
The IG was speaking on the backdrop of a successful police rescue operation of 20 medical students and seven others.
The rescued medical students were first abducted on 15 August, 2024.
The students along with seven others, were subsequently rescued on Friday in a police intervention sting operation.
Neusroom learnt that one kidnap kingpin was killed, and two of the kidnappers were arrested in the process.
“The Inspector General of Police reaffirms the Police Force’s dedication, under his leadership, to establishing a force that is professionally competent, rule-of-law compliant, service-driven, and people-friendly. The IGP assures the public of the safe rescue of all Nigerians in captivity across the country. This is our pledge, and we will ensure its fulfilment,” the statement read in part.
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The IG went on to hail the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, other security agencies and local communities for a successful collaboration in the rescue mission.
“The Inspector General of Police also emphatically appreciates the personal role and steadfastness of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for his unwavering support to the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the rescue of our beloved children and citizens of Nigeria.
“The IGP acknowledges the NSA’s dedication to assisting security forces in fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities of safeguarding the lives and property of Nigerian citizens, as well as upholding law and order throughout the nation.
“In the same vein, the Inspector General of Police extends sincere gratitude to the officers affiliated with the office of the National Security Adviser, the military, other security personnel, and the local community members who actively participated in the rescue operation, along with numerous similar efforts throughout the nation. Their contributions are praiseworthy and play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of Nigeria and its citizens,” the statement read.
The Force Spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, used the opportunity to encourage citizens to actively engage with the Police and other security agencies in the trade of useful intelligence so as to effectively eleminate criminal elements in the society.
