The Nasarawa State Police Command says it has recorded another significant operational success following the rescue of a kidnapped victim and the arrest of 11 suspected armed robbers in separate operations within the state.
This was contained in a press statement made available to journalists in Lafia, the state capital, on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel.
According to him, one Favour Innocent (female) of Ajyga Village, who was kidnapped from her residence on 03/08/2026 at about 2100hrs, was successfully rescued on 04/08/2026 at about 0800hrs at Nunku Forest Area, Akwanga Local Government Area, through the combined efforts of the police, local hunters and youths of the community.
He noted that following her rescue, the police conveyed the victim to the Primary Health Centre, Andaha, where she received medical attention, was treated, and discharged in good condition, adding that she had since been reunited with her family and investigation was ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
Similarly, SP Nansel explained that on 04/09/2026 at about 0200hrs, information was received that a guest house located at Area One, Masaka, was invaded by armed robbers, where lodgers were robbed of valuables, including mobile phones and cash.
