Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has commended the security operatives for their quick response leading to the rescue of the 9 children kidnapped from Saint John Catholic Church in Ojije, Utonkon in Ado Local Government Area of the state during a midnight prayer session.
A statement by the Technical Adviser to the Governor on Media, Publicity, and Strategic Communication, Solomon Iorpev says Governor received the news of the rescue in high spirits.
It says the Governor appreciated the effective collaboration between the conventional security and the local vigilante groups that ensured the safe return of the victims.
The statement further explains that the Governor emphasized the need to strengthen collaboration with federal security agencies, community leaders, traditional institutions, and local security to ensure peace, justice, and harmonious coexistence.
The statement reassures the people of adequate security to protect the people, advising residents to stay alert and report suspicious activities to security agencies.
The Governor had last Friday convened a high-level security meeting comprising the Idoma traditional council and top security officials in Otukpo, where a marching order for the immediate release of the kidnapped victims was issued.
The rescued children, comprising 6 girls and 3 boys, are receiving care and support.
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