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THREE NOTORIOUS KIDNAPPERS NABBED IN OGOLI-UGBOJU

THREE NOTORIOUS KIDNAPPERS NABBED IN OGOLI-UGBOJU

 

Faces of three members of a five-man kidnapping gang that has been terrorizing Otukpo Local Government Area and surrounding communities. Our gallant security forces chased and apprehended them today, Sunday, 6th April 2025, in Ogoli-Ugboju.

 

The names of the criminals are Ibrahim Salleh, Ashimu and Abuh Umaru. Efforts are ongoing to track down their remaining accomplices and local collaborators.

 

Stay tuned for further updates…

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