Mr. Enock Maku, the Senior Special Assistant on Information and Protocol to the Chief Judge of Nasarawa State, Hon. Justice Aisha Bashir-Aliyu, was abducted by unknown gunmen in the Agyaragu area of Lafia Local Government Area.
The incident occurred in the late hours of Wednesday, causing panic in the community.
Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Ramhan Nansel, stated that security operatives responded swiftly and engaged the abductors in a confrontation that led to the rescue of two individuals. However, Maku remains in captivity.
“The command has launched a full-scale investigation and manhunt to ensure the safe return of Mr. Maku,” Nansel said, adding that efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators.
The PPRO appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement, assuring that every effort is being made to secure Maku’s release unharmed.