The Permanent Secretary of the Nasarawa State Ministry of Information, Tourism, and Culture, Barrister Yusuf Musa, has been kidnapped by suspected gunmen from his home in the Shinge neighbourhood of Lafia, the state capital.
The event was reported on Tuesday by the Nasarawa State Police Command, which stated that it is being investigated as a possible kidnapping.
A statewide manhunt has been initiated to find the kidnappers and free the victim, according to information obtained.
Officers on patrol found the event, according to a statement released Tuesday by Ramhan Nansel, the command’s public relations officer.
“At about 0305hrs, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a patrol team from B Division, Lafia, discovered a Peugeot pick-up van with all doors left wide open in a suspicious manner.
“Upon closer examination, officers observed that the gate to the victim’s residence was also ajar, prompting immediate security concern,” the statement read.
According to Nansel, a search of the property revealed that the permanent secretary and his GMC car, registered KUJ 88 PA, were gone.
Following the finding, surveillance was set up along strategic routes to apprehend the suspects, and the state commissioner of police, Shetima Jauro Mohammed, launched a tactical operation throughout Nasarawa, including divisions in Akwanga, Andaha, Garaku, and Kadarko.
The statement also stated that the Commissioner has “reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the victim’s safe rescue and the immediate apprehension of those behind the act” and “ordered an intensive statewide manhunt.”
The public was asked by the authorities to maintain their composure and offer helpful information.
“The Nasarawa State Police Command urges members of the public to remain calm and vigilant. Anyone with useful information is encouraged to report to the nearest police station or call the Command’s emergency lines on 08036157659, 08037461715, and 07032532391,” the statement added.
