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IGP deploys Special Strike Force to tackle kidnapping in Kogi State

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IGP IDRIS
IGP IDRIS

The Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Ibrahim Idris  has ordered the immediate deployment of a Special Strike Force to Kogi  to combat the menace of kidnapping and other lurid crimes within the State and its environs.

Don Awunah, Force Public Relations officer who revealed this in a statement quoted the  Idris as saying  the deployment of the Special Strike Force becomes imperative as the Nigeria Police Force can no longer watch innocent citizens suffer in the hands of dreaded criminals rampaging within Kogi State and its environs.

The IGP further said that with the presence of the Strike Force, Kogi State and its environs will enjoy peace and tranquility, but however advised those deployed on the assignment never to turn themselves as demi-gods, but servants to the people.

IGP Ibrahim Idris urged members of the public to avail the Special Strike Force with desired cooperation and assistance.

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