Police tackle bandit attack, kidnapping in Kogi – THISAGE

By Joseph Amedu, Lokoja

The Kogi Police Command, under the leadership of CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, has disclosed that the command is fully aware of the kidnapping incident which occurred on April 13, 2026, at about 8.30pm along Ayere-Kabba road, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area.

Spokesman of the command, ASP Saliu Afusat, said in Lokoja at the weekend, Preliminary investigations reveal that a Toyota Hiace bus belonging to Chisco Transport Company, with registration number KJA 405 YJ, traveling from Lagos to Abuja, was attacked by armed hoodlums.

“Following a timely and coordinated response by security officers, one victim, Adoun Julius (M), aged 56, was successfully rescued, while the vehicle was recovered and taken to the police station for further necessary action.

“Efforts have been intensified to secure the release of the remaining abducted passengers, with continuous combing and search and rescue operations currently underway by joint operatives of the police, army and other sister security agencies. So far, seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently assisting the ongoing investigation.

“The Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), supported by other tactical teams, remains actively engaged in ensuring the safe rescue of victims and the swift apprehension of perpetrators. These operations are being pursued vigorously and further developments will be communicated in due course.

“Members of the public are hereby advised to remain calm, vigilant and cooperative and promptly provide any credible information that may aid the ongoing operations, with an assurance that all information received will be treated with utmost confidentiality. Families or relatives of the victims are advised to report to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Headquarters, Lokoja, particularly the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, to assist in proper identification and ongoing investigations.

“CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi reiterates his commitment to the protection of life and property and warns criminal elements to desist immediately, as the full weight of the law will be decisively brought to bear on anyone found guilty.

“The population is also invited to report any suspicious activities via the Command control room numbers: 0703 832 9084, 0815 219 5982”

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