Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, on Monday, commended security agencies in the state for the recovery of 53 stolen transformers.

Mr Ododo, while lauding the security agencies, in a statement by his media adviser, Ismaila Isah, said he would intensify the fight against crime in the state.

“The recent interception of 53 electrical transformers meant for electrification projects in different parts of the state is apt and commendable,” said Mr Ododo.

He also lauded the agencies for arresting the perpetrators, describing it as an improvement in the fight against crimes.

“The electrical transformers were stolen from the National Integrated Power Project (NIPP) facility in the state by the gang of criminals who were arrested in Obajana on their way to Lagos State,” he said.

The governor also expressed joy that his administration’s renewed efforts to combat crime were already yielding results.

Mr Ododo said the security agencies operating in the state are steadfast in discharging their responsibilities.

The governor said the 53 transformers, which had now been recovered and kept at an Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) facility in the state, might have stalled their installation and power supply in different communities early in the year.

“The beauty of this breakthrough is that the criminals volunteered useful information that led to the arrest of a fleeing member of the gang in Ilorin, Kwara State, and the alleged receiver of the transformers in Lagos state,” he said.

The governor assured security agencies of his administration’s maximum support to ensure the security of the lives and property of state residents. 

(NAN)