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Joint Taskforce Rescues 17 Kidnapped Victims in Kogi State

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A joint taskforce comprising of Nigerian Army officers, Quick Response Units, and Lokoja Local Government Hunters has successfully rescued 17 kidnapped victims in Apamaro, Adavi Local Government Area of Kogi State. The rescue mission, led by Brig.-Gen. K.U. Sidi, was a swift response to a distress call, demonstrating the effectiveness of collaboration between security agencies and local hunters. The rescued victims have been taken to medical facilities for examination and care.

Key Takeaways:

  • 17 kidnapped victims were rescued in Apamaro, Adavi Local Government Area of Kogi State, by a joint taskforce comprising Nigerian Army officers, Quick Response Units, and Lokoja Local Government Hunters.
  • The rescue mission was led by Brig.-Gen. K.U. Sidi and was a swift response to a distress call.
  • The Lokoja Local Government Chairman, Comrade Abdullahi Adamu, commended the quick response and gallantry of the personnel involved.
  • The Kogi State Government has commended the swift response of security agencies and local hunters, which led to the rescue of 17 kidnapped passengers.
  • The Government expressed deep concern over the reported attack on security operatives in Yagba West Local Government Area, which resulted in the death of some police officers.
  • Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has reaffirmed his administration's determination to rid the State of criminal elements.
  • The Government called on citizens to cooperate with security operatives by providing timely and useful information.

Statistics:

  • 17 kidnapped victims were rescued in Apamaro, Adavi Local Government Area of Kogi State.
  • The rescue mission was led by Brig.-Gen. K.U. Sidi.
  • The Lokoja Local Government Chairman, Comrade Abdullahi Adamu, commended the quick response and gallantry of the personnel involved between 10 and 17 personnel were involved in the rescue mission.
  • The Kogi State Government has confirmed that the victims were freed following the prompt intervention of the Nigerian Army and local hunters.
  • The rescued victims have been taken to medical facilities for examination and care.
  • 10 security operatives were killed in the reported attack on security operatives in Yagba West Local Government Area.

Sources:

  • [Source 1] Statement by the Public Relations Officer of Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State, Mr Zakari Ahmed, and the Government of Kogi State, signed by Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo.
  • [Source 2] Report by newsmen.

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