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The police have rescued Emmanuel Omanji, the traditional ruler of the Dari community in the Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, who was abducted on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
The police spokesperson in the state, Ramhan Nansel, said the abducted traditional ruler was rescued yesterday, Monday, June 2, 2025.
In a statement, the police said the traditional ruler was rescued unhurt around 9 pm.
Omanji was whisked away on Wednesday night from his residence by gunmen who shot sporadically in the community.
However, the police stated that the traditional ruler was rescued in the Panwasa Mountains, near Mada Station, following sustained pressure from the Command’s Search and Rescue Team.
The police spokesperson said, “Immediately after the rescue, the victim was taken to the hospital for medical evaluation and has since been reunited with his family.
“Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects involved in the abduction.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, extends his heartfelt appreciation to members of the public for their invaluable support and timely information, which greatly assisted in the rescue operation.
“He also commends the efforts and collaboration of other security agencies and local vigilante groups whose support was instrumental to the success of this mission.”
