Ariko Village Attack: IGP deploys DIG Operations to Kaduna, leads  rescue of kidnap victims

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu,  has directed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Operations), DIG Shehu Umar Nadada, to deploy to Kaduna State in response to the recent attack in Ariko Village near Gurara Dam.

On 5 April 2026, armed bandits attacked ECWA and Catholic Churches in the community, firing indiscriminately killing Five people, and abducted fourteen others.

This was contained in a Press statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO DCP Anthony Okon Placid, Force Headquarters Abuja and made available to Journalists.

The statement further contained that in response, the IGP ordered immediate operational intervention, stressing that the DIG Operations was deployed to assess the situation on site and coordinate security efforts to restore order and secure the release of the abducted victims.

During the operation, the team led by DIG Nadada, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS), rescued seven kidnapped victims.

 They were taken to Katari Hospital for medical care and are in stable condition, awaiting reunion with their families.

Consequently, the IGP affirmed that operations continue to secure the release of the remaining victims and apprehend those responsible.

 He urged the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies, and provide credible information to support ongoing efforts.