The Taraba State Police Command has successfully rescued three individuals who were abducted by kidnappers in a recent operation. 

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ukachi P. Opara, psc(+), has directed the Tactical Team to intensify efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects in collaboration with local hunters and vigilantes.

According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Usman, on Sunday, January 12, 2024, the rescue mission was initiated following credible intelligence received on January 11, 2025. The intelligence, provided by the officer in charge of Nayeh Police Outpost, Ibi Division, indicated unusual activities in the forest near Unguwan Wulliam Kumar Village in Ibi Local Government Area.

A combined team of police officers, hunters, and vigilantes promptly mobilized to the area. Upon arrival, the suspected kidnappers engaged the team in a gunfight. Overwhelmed by the team's superior firepower, the suspects fled into the forest, leaving behind three abducted victims. The rescued individuals were identified as Alhaji Ja’o Ahmadu, 50, and Gomna Shano, 20, both from Wuse, Awe LGA in Nasarawa State, and Donnal Himbeto, 30, from Kuka, Shendam LGA in Plateau State. 

The victims were found tied up in the forest but were rescued unharmed. It was discovered during interviews that they had been kidnapped from Nasarawa State. Efforts are ongoing to capture the kidnappers and curb the activities of bandits in the region.

CP Ukachi P. Opara praised the efforts of the Ibi Division, hunters, and vigilantes, emphasizing the command's commitment to ensuring safety and security in Taraba State. The public is encouraged to report any information on criminal activities via the Command’s Control Room at 08030972376 or other security agencies.