Police confirm abduction in Kaduna, deploy tactical forces 

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that an abduction incident occurred at Kurmin Wali, a remote community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

This, followed verification and intelligence assessments by security operatives.

In a statement on Tuesday  by Benjamin Hundeyin, Force Public Relations Officer, the police acknowledged the widespread public concern generated by early reports of the incident, noting that such developments naturally provoke fear and anxiety among residents and families.

The Force stressed that the protection of lives and property remains its foremost priority.

According to the statement, the incident initially triggered mixed reactions after it was reported to security authorities.

“Upon receiving the report, Kaduna State Governor convened an emergency meeting of the State Security Council at the Government House in Kaduna to review the situation.

“During the meeting, some individuals from Kajuru Local Government Area reportedly disputed the earlier police confirmation of the abduction, describing the report as false”, the statement said.

The disagreement, the police explained, created uncertainty and highlighted the need for restraint and thorough verification by security agencies before issuing definitive public statements.

The Force clarified that comments made by the Commissioner of Police, Kaduna State Command, during a media interaction at the time were intended to prevent unnecessary panic while security agencies worked to establish the facts on the ground.

“These remarks were not a denial of the incident,” the statement said, adding that they were preliminary responses pending confirmation of critical details, including the number of victims and their identities.

However, the comments were later misconstrued by sections of the public as a denial of the abduction.

Following further investigations, the police said operational units and intelligence sources have now confirmed that the abduction indeed took place at Kurmin Wali.

In response, the Nigeria Police Force has activated coordinated security operations in collaboration with other security agencies to track down the perpetrators and secure the safe rescue of the victims.

Kayode Egbetokun, Inspector-General of Police,  has ordered the immediate deployment of critical operational and intelligence assets to Kajuru and surrounding communities.

“The measures include the deployment of tactical units, intensified patrols, targeted search-and-rescue operations, and proactive steps to restore calm and protect lives and property in the area”, the Police added.

The police appealed to members of the public and the media to remain patient and support ongoing security efforts, urging them to rely solely on official police channels for verified information.

The Force also cautioned against speculation and sensational reporting, warning that the spread of unverified information could undermine rescue operations and further heighten public anxiety.

The Nigeria Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety of residents in Kaduna State and pledged to keep the public informed as developments unfold.