The Kaduna State Command of the Nigeria Police has confirmed the abduction of the Emir of Kajuru by bandits in the early hours of Sunday.
The Police Command said the 85-year-old traditional ruler was attacked and kidnapped in his residence around 2.34 am by bandits who stormed the community in large numbers and carried dangerous weapons.
Apart from the Emir, 10 members of his family were also abducted, the Police confirmed.
A statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mohammed Jalige, said security operatives including Police Mobile Force, conventional police and the Nigerian Army have been deployed to comb the forest while the IGP’s tactical units have been contacted for technical support.
The police spokesman said,
“The Kaduna Police Command, through the Divisional Police Officer, Kajuru, Kaduna, is in receipt of an unfortunate report on the kidnap of the Chief of Kajuru, Alhaji Alhassan Adamu, in the early hours of today, July 11, 2021.
“The incident occurred around 2.34am when armed bandits in large numbers invaded Kajuru town, shot indiscriminately and gained access into the chief’s residence, where they abducted him and 10 members of his immediate family to an unknown destination.
“Notwithstanding, the joint patrol of the Police Mobile Force, conventional police and the Nigerian Army attached to the Kajuru LGA are currently engaged in search and rescue mission around the forest for a possible rescue of the victims, while the IGP’s tactical units have been contacted for technical support.”
Portable, popular nigerian singer known for his controversial nature, expressed his joy and excitement as he disclosed the thrilling update… Read More
Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia has publicly confronted BBNaija star Pere Egbi regarding an outstanding debt, which she has recently confirmed… Read More
Lekan, a man who asserts to have been singer Simi's ex-boyfriend, recently shared details about their previous relationship. This revelation… Read More
Freddie Leonard's devoted followers were captivated by the intense intimacy portrayed in a scene with BBNaija star in the preview… Read More
Ella Ada, a popular content creator, recently paid a visit to actor Kenneth Aguba, whom she had volunteered to marry… Read More
Renowned Nigerian singer and songwriter Asa has sparked discussions online after a video surfaced showing her interacting with superstar Afrobeats… Read More
This website uses cookies.