The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu at the National Counter Terrorism, handed over 16 abductees to officials of Zamfara State Government.
In statement by the Head of Strategic Communications,Abu Michael, the victims who were rescued in 2 batches on 27 of last month in Shinkafi and Tsafe Local Council comprised 8 males and 8 females.
They were abducted from Zurmi, Duran and Gusau Metropolis in Zamfara State on 22nf of April before they were rescued by a team of security operatives.
While presenting them to officials of the state led by the Secretary to the State Government , Abubakar Nakwada, the NSA reiterated the resolve of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Government to rid the country of kidnapping and other heinous crimes.
He urged all citizens and residents of Nigeria to continue to support the efforts of the security agencies in achieving the government’s vision of securing the country.
