Executive Chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area, Hon. Prince Maxwell Ogiri, has confirmed the arrest of three members of a notorious five-man kidnapper gang allegedly terrorizing the area.
The arrests were made in the early hours of Sunday at Ogoli Ugboju, thanks to the combined efforts of Hon. Ogiri and local security agencies.
Among those apprehended are Abu Umaru and Ashimu, two key members of the kidnapping syndicate.
Hon. Ogiri, confirming the development, praised the security agencies for their commitment and swift action in bringing the criminals to justice.
He said, “The faces of three members of a five-man kidnapping gang that has been terrorizing Otukpo Local Government Area and surrounding communities have been identified. Our gallant security forces chased and apprehended them today, Sunday, 6th April 2025, in Ogoli-Ugboju.”
“The names of the criminals are Ibrahim Salleh, Ashimu, and Abuh Umaru. Efforts are ongoing to track down their remaining accomplices and local collaborators.”
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