The Nasarawa State Police Command has launched an investigation into the reported abduction of Barr. Yusuf Musa, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism in Nasarawa State.
Kidnappers reportedly abducted Musa from his residence in Ungwan Nungu, Lafia, in the early hours of Monday.
Confirming the incident, the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, said a patrol team from B Division in Lafia discovered a Peugeot pick-up van with its doors left wide open under suspicious circumstances.
Police officers also found the gate to the victim’s residence partially open.
After conducting a quick search of the compound, the officers confirmed that Barr. Yusuf Musa was missing. His GMC vehicle with registration number KUJ 88 PA was also missing, suggesting an abduction.
In response, Nansal said, “The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Mohammed, activated a coordinated tactical operation.
“He alerted police divisions in Akwanga, Andaha, Garaku, and Kadarko, and deployed surveillance along strategic routes to track and intercept the fleeing suspects.
“The Commissioner also ordered an intensive statewide manhunt and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to rescuing the victim safely and arresting the perpetrators.
“The Nasarawa State Police Command has urged members of the public to remain calm and vigilant.
“Anyone with useful information should contact the nearest police station or call the Command’s emergency lines on 08036157659, 08037461715, and 07032532391”.
