Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has commended the police for the successful rescue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman of Rogo Local Government, Abdullahi Alasan-Beli, following 68 days in captivity.
This information was provided in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Mr Sunusi Bature, on Monday in Kano.
Yusuf thanked the Kano Police Command, led by CP Ibrahim Adamu-Bakori, for its efforts in securing the APC chairman’s release.
He particularly acknowledged the contributions of the Officer-in-Charge of the Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad, CSP Aliyu Muhammad; CSP Ado Muhammad Audi; and the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa, for their roles in the successful operation.
Yusuf further directed the Commissioner for Health to ensure that the rescued victim receives a comprehensive medical and psychosocial rehabilitation at the expense of the state government.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting security agencies in their efforts to protect lives and property, and to ensure the safety of residents across Kano State.
CP Adamu-Bakori stated that the operation was coordinated using tactical security measures.
He reaffirmed the Kano State Police Command’s commitment to intensifying efforts to address kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state.
Recounting his ordeal, the rescued APC chairman disclosed that his abductors moved him through several locations, including Danja, Ikara, and Giwa in Kaduna State, as well as parts of Zamfara.
