AIG Olaiya Relocates to Niger for Terrorism Response
In response to a rise in terrorist activities in Niger State, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7, AIG Victor Olaiya, has moved his office to the state to oversee security operations. The Police Air Wing has been deployed for aerial surveillance as security agencies work to rescue hundreds of worshippers abducted during Friday prayers in Borgu Local Government Area.
State Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, announced this during a joint press briefing with the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Commissioner for Homeland Security. Elleman, represented by command spokesperson SP Wasiu Abiodun, stated that AIG Olaiya's deployment aims to coordinate the rescue operation effectively.
The operation will be conducted in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, DSS, and other security agencies, commencing in earnest as directed by Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu. Elleman also thanked the Niger State Government for its support and logistics.
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