Nasarawa State: Three suspected kidnappers have been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Nasarawa State and a victim rescued.
One suspect was arrested at the hideout of the criminals in Atabula, Duduguru community, Jenkwe Development Area while the remaining two suspects were tracked and arrested at a hotel in Lafia, the state capital.
The security operatives also burned down the makeshift camp used by the criminals, and recovered cash, five mobile phones and other items during the raid.
Governor Abdullahi Sule described the arrest as a demonstration of the effectiveness and dedication of the security agencies in a statement issued on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Addra.
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Governor Sule commended the security agencies for their vigilance and determination to combat crime and criminality in the state.
He urged them to keep the momentum and be steadfast in the fight against criminal elements in all parts of the state.
The governor assured the security agencies of continued support of his administration in the discharge of their responsibilities.
Governor Sule also urged citizens to be vigilant and to pass on credible, useful and timely information to security agencies.
“Peace and security in the state require collective vigilance and cooperation,” he said.