Mr Kiyawa urged residents to celebrate responsibly and embrace the spirit of unity, love, and tolerance that Eid-el-Fitr symbolised.
The police spokesperson said that the suspect would be charged to court upon completion of investigation.
Mr Yamu said, “The victim was immediately rushed to the hospital but was later confirmed dead by medical personnel.’’
Mr Ikenga explained that security checkpoints across the state were placed on high alert after the victims’ abduction was reported.
The police stated that a second suspect, a septuagenarian, who bought some human parts from him, was also arrested.
He stated that the command would continue to build a closer and more fruitful relationship with its neighbours.
Mr Yamu said five armed men allegedly kidnapped the victim at about 9:45 p.m. in the presence of his family.
The police spokesperson said they were rescued after a joint operation by the operatives of the Ubiaja Divisional Headquarters and other tactical teams.
He assured the public that the command was committed to protecting vulnerable members of society.
The state police spokesperson said that the command was on top of the situation.
