Kidnapped Lagos Fire Service Chief, 6 Others Freed

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Seven victims, including the Director of the Lagos State Fire Service who were kidnapped on April 6 at Ketu-Ereyun area of Ikorodu, have been released by the abductors.

According to the Lagos State police spokesman, DSP Bala Elkana, the victims were released unhurt last night at about 11: 45 pm.

A statement issued by the police spokesman today says: “On 09/04/2019 at about 11.45pm the Director of Lagos State Fire Service, Rasaki  Musibau, and 6 others kidnapped on 06/04/19 at about 8.00pm, at Ketu-Ereyun, Ikorodu were released unhurt by their abductors. The victims have since reunited with their families. The Command’s Tactical teams are still in the creeks and forests combating the hoodlums. Water-tight security measures are emplaced across the State to forestall future occurrence. The Command deeply appreciates the supports of Lagos State Government and the good people of Lagos State who stood by us and also provided useful information that facilitated the prompt rescue of the victims. Together we will continue to make Lagos State one of the safest states in Nigeria.”