Mr Radda reiterated his administration’s commitment to prioritising the welfare of the residents.
The DPO mobilised and led security operatives to the scene and restored normalcy.
Mr Radda disclosed this during an interactive session with some journalists in Katsina, saying the number comprised 7,300 teachers.
“We came up with a lot of strategies towards reducing poverty in the state.’’
The command’s public relations officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the rescue and arrest in a statement on Friday in Kaduna.
The commissioner added that some of the survivors were handed over to their state officials.
“The urgency of addressing GBV in Katsina State cannot be overstated.’’
He reminded road users that KASROTA was not established as a source of revenue.
Mr Alqasim said the group concluded arrangements to visit orphanages, aged people’s homes, and psychiatry among other places.
Mr Abdullahi-Dankama said the board initiated enlightenment programmes to educate the intending pilgrims.
