The police in Nasarawa State have rescued the Shangarin Dari in Kokona local government area of the state, Mr Emmanuel Omanji, from captivity.
The traditional ruler was abducted from his home in Dari on May 28, 2025, by gunmen who invaded the area at the wee hours of the morning.
However, the state police command said yesterday that the monarch was successfully rescued unhurt on June 2, from the Panwasa Mountains in Nassarawa Eggon local government area of the state.
“The Nasarawa State Police Command is pleased to report that the Sangarin Dari, who was abducted on 28th May 2025, was successfully rescued unhurt at approximately 2100hrs on 2nd June 2025.
“The rescue operation took place in the Panwasa Mountains, Mada Station, following sustained pressure from the Command’s Search and Rescue Team,” the command’s public relations officer, SP Ramhan Nansel confirmed in a statement.
He said the victim was taken to the hospital for medical evaluation immediately after the rescue and has since been reunited with his family.
“Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects involved in the abduction,” he stated.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, extends his heartfelt appreciation to members of the public for their invaluable support and timely information, which greatly assisted in the rescue operation.
“He also commends the efforts and collaboration of other security agencies and local vigilante groups whose support was instrumental to the success of this mission,” he added.
