From Abel Leonard, Lafia
In a recent development, Sunday, the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, Nasarawa Eggon Unit, has apprehended six suspected kidnappers at their hideout in Tudun Waya, Nasarawa Eggon local government area of Nasarawa State.
During the operation, the vigilante operatives also rescued seven abducted victims who were being held by the suspects.
The arrested suspects were reportedly responsible for the recent spate of kidnapping-for-ransom along the Akwanga/Nasarawa Eggon/Lafia road. Following their arrest, the suspects were taken to the state Police Headquarters in Lafia for further investigation and prosecution.
The successful operation by the Vigilante Group has been met with cheers from the residents of the area, who have been living in fear due to the activities of the kidnappers. Bawa Ibrahim, one of the residents, expressed gratitude to the vigilante operatives for their efforts in ensuring peace in the area.
“We are happy with the development today because for some time now, we have not been sleeping with our two eyes closed, but I believe that with the arrest of the six suspected bandits, we will start enjoying peace in the area.”
When contacted for a reaction, the Nasarawa State Police Command’s spokesperson, DSP Ramhan Nansel, said he could not confirm the arrest as at the time of filing the reports as the command had not been officially notified.