The Police Command in Niger State has announced the rescue of four kidnapped victims in Sarkin-Pawa, Munya Local Government Area.
According to a statement released on Saturday in Minna by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the victims were rescued after sustained security operations.
The abductions occurred on February 20 around 10 p.m., when suspected kidnappers attacked Hayin-Dogo and Dangunu villages in the Sarkin-Pawa area. Five individuals, including one Usman Daina, were taken during the incident. Daina was released after two days, while the remaining four remained in captivity.
“Since then, a joint security team had been mounting pressure through different clearance and rescue operations to rescue the victims,” Abiodun stated.
He disclosed that on May 22, at around noon, the four victims—Deborah Daina, Gambo Amos, Cyprus Titus, and Satti Iko—escaped from their captors due to the continuous pressure exerted by security forces.
The rescued individuals were immediately taken to a hospital for medical attention and have since been reunited with their families.
Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Elleman, commended the joint security team for their bravery and effectiveness, which led to the successful rescue. He reassured residents that ensuring the safety of lives and property remains a top priority for the police and other security agencies in Niger State.