In Niger, IGP Orders Intensified Rescue Operation, Commiserates with Borgu Communities, Families of Victims
Linus Aleke in Abuja
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the intensification of rescue operations in Niger State to rescue worshippers who were abducted during terrorist attacks on communities within the Dekara District of Borgu Local Government Area of the state.
Disu also directed the Niger State Police Command to deepen inter-agency coordination and community engagement, noting that effective intelligence gathering and early response depend on stronger partnerships with traditional rulers, religious and community leaders, and other stakeholders.
The IGP, who is in the state on a working visit to assess the security situation and ongoing rescue operations, conveyed the condolences of the Nigeria Police Force to the Government and people of Niger State, as well as to the families of the victims. He assured them that the safe recovery of the abducted persons and the arrest of the perpetrators remain the focus of ongoing operations.
