Kogi State Rescues Kidnapped Students and Officials

Kogi State has confirmed the successful rescue of four individuals, including two students, a principal, and a NECO official, who were kidnapped during an unauthorized examination at Olowa in Dekina Local Government Area. The Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, announced this on Thursday, detailing that the rescue operation was coordinated by the state security adviser, Jerri Omodara (Rtd), following directives from Governor Ahm Usman Ododo.

The operation involved the Nigerian Army, DSS, Nigeria Police Force, and local vigilante groups. Security forces stormed the forest shortly after the kidnapping, leading to the victims' safe recovery.

The governor emphasized that the state would not relent in its efforts to combat crime, assuring residents of ongoing investments in security measures. The operation's success was attributed to inter-agency collaboration, and Governor Ododo expressed gratitude for the support from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in enhancing the state's security efforts.