Ortom orders demolition of house his aide's wife was rescued

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Governor Ortom consoling the kidnapped wife of the state Commissioner for Lands and Survey, Ann Unenge

By Muhaimin Olowoporoku

Samuel Ortom, the Governor of Benue State has ordered the demolition of the house used by the kidnappers of Ann Unenge, the abducted wife of the state Land and Survey commissioner.

The governor also ordered the arrest of the landlord of the house.

Ortom gave the order on Monday while speaking at the Police Headquarters, Makurdi, after the rescue of the commissioner’s wife.

Ortom’s directive aligns with the Benue State Law on prohibition of abduction, hostage-taking/kidnapping, cultism and similar activities.

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The wife of the commissioner was rescued around 12 noon on Monday by police officers.

During the operation, three kidnappers were killed.

Governor Ortom commended the police officers for being professional in rescuing abducted victims without the need to pay any ransom.

He said the Benue government would keep supporting security agencies as they discharge their duties.

The governor also warned criminals still operating in the state and their collaborators that the law will catch up with them soon.

Governor Ortom speaking after the rescue of Mrs Ann Unenge, the kidnapped wife of Benue Commissioner for Lands and Survey
Governor Ortom speaking after the rescue of Mrs Ann Unenge, the kidnapped wife of Benue Commissioner for Lands and Survey
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