Suspected gunmen have abducted the Permanent Secretary of the Nasarawa State Ministry of Information, Tourism, and Culture, Barrister Yusuf Musa, from his residence in the Shinge area of Lafia, the state capital.
The Nasarawa State Police Command confirmed the incident on Tuesday, describing it as a suspected kidnapping. Security operatives have since launched a coordinated manhunt to rescue the victim and apprehend those responsible.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, Ramhan Nansel, disclosed that the situation was discovered by officers from B Division, Lafia, during a routine patrol.
“At about 0305hrs, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a patrol team from B Division, Lafia, discovered a Peugeot pick-up van with all doors left wide open in a suspicious manner.
Upon closer examination, officers observed that the gate to the victim’s residence was also ajar, prompting immediate security concern,” the statement read.
Following an inspection of the premises, the officers confirmed that Yusuf Musa was missing, along with his GMC vehicle bearing registration number KUJ 88 PA.
Upon receiving the report, the Commissioner of Police in Nasarawa State, Shetima Jauro Mohammed, activated a tactical response across the state. Surveillance teams and patrol units have been deployed in Akwanga, Andaha, Garaku, Kadarko, and surrounding areas.
The statement added that the Commissioner has “ordered an intensive statewide manhunt and reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the victim’s safe rescue and the immediate apprehension of those behind the act.”
As investigations intensify, the police have called on members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
“The Nasarawa State Police Command urges members of the public to remain calm and vigilant. Anyone with useful information is encouraged to report to the nearest police station or call the Command’s emergency lines on 08036157659, 08037461715, and 07032532391,” the statement added.
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