The Kogi State Government has announced the rescue of four persons who were abducted during a recent attack on an unauthorised examination centre in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area of the state.
The development was disclosed on Thursday by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, in a statement issued after the successful operation.
According to Fanwo, the victims were rescued following a coordinated security operation ordered by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo immediately after the attack. He said security agencies acted swiftly to track the kidnappers and secure the safe release of the victims.
The commissioner commended the efforts of the security operatives involved in the operation and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to protecting residents and tackling criminal activities across Kogi.
He also reiterated the government’s resolve to strengthen security measures and ensure that those responsible for the attack are brought to justice.
