The Commissioner of Police in Adamawa, CP Dankombo Morris, has strongly condemned the abduction of Reverend Father Mathew David Dusami of the Yola Catholic Diocese and Reverend Father Abraham Samman from the Jalingo Diocese.
In a statement released on Saturday, the Command’s Spokesman, SP Suleiman Nguroje, revealed that the two clergymen were abducted in the early hours of February 22.
CP Morris assured the public that security operatives have been mobilized to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped priests and bring the perpetrators to justice.
“The unfortunate incident occurred at the priest’s residence situated at Gwaida Malam, in Numan local government of Adamawa State.
“The kidnappers, armed with offensive weapons, arrived at the victim’s house around 4:00 a.m and whisked them away.
“The CP in concerted effort to rescue the victims, has deployed the command’s operational and manpower assets to give a hot chase to the kidnappers, rescue the victims unhurt, apprehend the perpetrators and their collaborators if any,” he said.
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He stated that the command’s ongoing efforts will undoubtedly ensure that the perpetrators, along with anyone involved, are held accountable and face the full force of the law.
He further highlighted the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and combating all forms of violent crime in the state.
“This unprovoked kidnapping of religious leaders is totally unacceptable as they are not only stakeholders but also people who are actively working to promote peace in the society.
“The command, while appealing for calm, therefore, seeks the support and cooperation of the general public to give useful and timely information that will aid its quest to rescue the victims and apprehend the criminals,” he stated.
