Nasarawa Police confirm release of kidnapped lawmaker, another victim

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the release of Hon. Shagala Samuel, who was abducted by armed men along the Guzape–Abacha Barracks bypass on February 25, 2025.

According to a statement by the FCT Commissioner of Police on Tuesday, the lawmaker was freed at around 1:33 a.m. on February 27 following joint efforts by the Police, Department of State Services (DSS), local hunters, and vigilantes. He was found in the Yelwa Forest area of Nasarawa State, near Gbagalape village, Nyanya Mine.

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Another victim, Nsiyan Chalse Eyang, who was kidnapped near the hills in Nyanya on February 23 at about 8:30 p.m., was also rescued after similar operations.

The Police assured that efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, with the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) taking over the investigation.

The Commissioner urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies for prompt action.