]The Nigeria Police Force has said that its FID-IRT has neutralised some notorious kidnappers and gunners that have been terrorsing Abuja, Kaduna, Kogi, and Nasarawa states.
In a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police said the feat was recorded in the early hours of Thursday, February 8, in the ongoing fight against crime and criminality in the country and as part of the sustained efforts to cleanse the system of criminals, most especially kidnappers.
The police spokesman said the suspects were neutralised by IRT operatives at their hideout around Gitata, along Keffi Gidan Wire Road, Nasarawa State, while four 4 AK47 rifles, dangerous weapons, and a bag of ammunition were recovered.
“These neutralised individuals have also been involved in supplying arms to bandits operating within the same axis.
“This successful operation, conducted in the early hours of Thursday, demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the NPF to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens.
“We will continue to employ all necessary measures to rid our communities of criminal elements and maintain peace and order across the nation,” the statement read in part.