The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, has applauded security agencies in the FCT for rescuing the abducted lecturers of the University of Abuja and some of their family members.
The Minister also hailed the role played by neighbouring states for their joint and untiring efforts leading to the rescue of the 6 persons abducted from the University of Abuja staff quarters at Giri, Gwagwalada Area Council.
The Minister further appreciated other government officials, community leaders and the citizens who silently worked behind the scenes in the FCT and the neighbouring communities in determination to see to the rescue of the abducted persons by providing invaluable intelligence.
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The Minister commended the families of the abductees and the entire University of Abuja community for their patience and collaboration with the security agencies while reiterating the importance of citizens’ cooperation with the security agencies for their protection and general wellbeing.
He also reminded residents of the FCT that security was every citizen’s responsibility and urged them to be vigilant and always report any suspected criminal activity to the security agencies or their various community leaders.
The Minister further assured residents of increased security surveillance across the Territory and urged them to go about their lawful affairs without anxiety or fear while assuring them of their continuous safety.
It would be recalled that suspected bandits in the early hours of Tuesday, November 2, 2021, invaded the University of Abuja Staff Quarters and kidnapped four lecturers and some of their children.
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