Falae: Buhari gives IGP marching order

Almost 48 hours after a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Chief Olu Falae was kidnapped from his farm in Akure, Ondo State, President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase and other security agencies to take all necessary action to ensure the safe and speedy rescue of Chief Falae.

In a statement by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity said “President Buhari condemns the callous and reprehensible kidnapping of the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and elder statesman.

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“The President assures Chief Falae’s family, friends and other concerned Nigerians that the Federal Government will do all within its powers to ensure his swift release.

“President Buhari, who has requested constant updates from the police and security agencies on efforts to find and rescue Chief Falae, also denounces the recurring incidents of criminal abductions across the country.

“He assures all Nigerians that ongoing efforts to significantly enhance the security of lives and property in the country will continue apace and that under his leadership, Nigerians, irrespective of their status, will no longer be left at the mercy of criminal elements.”

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