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How Police Killed Kidnap Kingpin during Medical Students' Rescue -IGP

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Monday, August 26, 2024 at 03:29 PM

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How Police Killed Kidnap Kingpin during Medical Students' Rescue -IGP

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has disclosed that a renowned kidnap kingpin was executed and two abductors apprehended while saving 20 medical students in Benue State.

On August 15, a group of students from the University of Maiduguri and the University of Jos, who were traveling to Enugu for the Federation of Catholic Medical and Dental Students’ annual convention, were kidnapped.

The abduction resulted in a tremendous outcry, prompting the IG to deploy tactical operatives and assets, such as helicopters, drones, and tactical vehicles, to ensure the students were rescued promptly.

Egbetokun maintained that the students were rescued without paying any ransom, adding that the arrested suspects had been taken into custody.

“This success was made possible through the support received from the office of the NSA, the activation of the security network, intelligence, synergy with other security agencies, community engagement, and deployment of our highly skilled and tactical officers whose dedication, bravery, and precision in executing their duties are truly commendable.

“During the operation, our officers engaged the kidnappers in a well-coordinated tactical offensive. I am pleased to inform you that the kingpin of this notorious gang was neutralized during an exchange of fire with our operatives while two other members of the gang were arrested and their weapons recovered.

“These individuals are currently in our custody where they are providing valuable information that will help us dismantle their criminal network and prevent future occurrences of such abductions.” He disclosed.

The IGP said the police remained resolute in its commitment to rid "our nation of criminal elements who seek to disrupt the peace and security of our society. The Nigerian Police Force will continue to employ everything at its disposal to protect the lives and property of all Nigerians.

“We are strongly determined to ensure that those who choose to engage in criminal activities are brought to justice. As we continue to advance our efforts in combating crime across the country, I assure you that we will remain vigilant, proactive, and relentless in our pursuit of a safer Nigeria where the security of every Nigerian and resident in our great country is our top priority. And we will not rest until every citizen can go about their daily lives free from fear and intimidation.”

He said, “To those who are still in captivity and to their family members, they should not lose hope. If we can achieve this, then we can resolve all other kidnap cases that are still pending. Those that are still in captivity of kidnappers, there is hope that they will soon be rescued.”

Egbetokun mentioned that insecurity had reached a pivotal point in the country and predicted its rapid decrease.

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How Police Killed Kidnap Kingpin during Medical Students' Rescue -IGP

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has disclosed that a renowned kidnap kingpin was executed and two abductors apprehended while saving 20 medical students in Benue State.

On August 15, a group of students from the University of Maiduguri and the University of Jos, who were traveling to Enugu for the Federation of Catholic Medical and Dental Students’ annual convention, were kidnapped.

The abduction resulted in a tremendous outcry, prompting the IG to deploy tactical operatives and assets, such as helicopters, drones, and tactical vehicles, to ensure the students were rescued promptly.

Egbetokun maintained that the students were rescued without paying any ransom, adding that the arrested suspects had been taken into custody.

“These individuals are currently in our custody where they are providing valuable information that will help us dismantle their criminal network and prevent future occurrences of such abductions.” He disclosed.

The IGP said the police remained resolute in its commitment to rid "our nation of criminal elements who seek to disrupt the peace and security of our society. The Nigerian Police Force will continue to employ everything at its disposal to protect the lives and property of all Nigerians.

He said, “To those who are still in captivity and to their family members, they should not lose hope. If we can achieve this, then we can resolve all other kidnap cases that are still pending. Those that are still in captivity of kidnappers, there is hope that they will soon be rescued.”

Egbetokun mentioned that insecurity had reached a pivotal point in the country and predicted its rapid decrease.

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