The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has ordered the immediate deployment of the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, DIG Shehu Umar Nadada, to Kaduna State following a deadly attack by armed bandits in Ariko Village near Gurara Dam.
The attack, which occurred on Sunday, targeted ECWA and Catholic churches in the community, where gunmen reportedly opened fire indiscriminately.
Five people were killed, while about 14 others were abducted during the incident.
A statement issued Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, from the Force Headquarters in Abuja, said in response, the IGP directed a swift operational intervention, tasking the DIG Operations to assess the situation on the ground and coordinate security efforts aimed at restoring order and rescuing the victims.
According to the statement, a joint operation led by DIG Nadada, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS), has so far resulted in the rescue of seven kidnapped victims.
The rescued individuals have been taken to Katari Hospital for medical attention and are said to be in stable condition, awaiting reunion with their families.
The Police Boss assured that efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining victims and bring the perpetrators to justice.
He also urged members of the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies, and provide credible information that could aid ongoing operations.
