The Ogun State government has vowed to apprehend the masterminds of the kidnapping incident that occured in the state on Sunday, News About Nigeria reports.
The state governor, Dapo Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, stating that Ogun State will not be allowed to become a den for kidnappers.
Recall that many people were kidnapped around the area command and Ilishan City Gate, along the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode expressway road by gunmen at about 9 pm on Sunday.
Security sources stated that the kidnapping was an insider’s job, as all the victims were foreign nationals who arrived the country the same day the incident occurred.
Sources said that they were probably trailed to the location where the kidnapping took place.
Governor Abiodun has ordered security agents in the state to launch a massive manhunt for the perpetrators.
“Following Sunday’s kidnapping incident that occurred in Ilishan, we want to reassure all residents that decisive action is being taken to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure the safe return of the victims.
“The security forces have launched a comprehensive manhunt and are working tirelessly to track down the kidnappers. Additional security measures and patrols have also been deployed to the affected area and across the state to prevent any further incidents.
“We understand the concerns and anxiety this incident has caused, but we want to emphasize that Ogun State remains a safe place to live, work, and visit. The government is committed to maintaining law and order and will not relent in its efforts to protect the lives and property of all citizens,” he stated.
He, therefore, urged the people to go about their daily lives without fear, and assured them that the State will remain a peaceful place for the residents to live.
