JUST IN: Missing Amira is found – Abuja Police releases statement

A young resident of Abuja, Safiyanu Amira, has been found by the Nigeria police after she raised the alarm of her kidnap alongside 16 others.

It can be recalled that Amira made headlines after she tweeted that she had been kidnapped alongside 17 others in Abuja. However, in a statement by the FCT police on Friday morning, debunked the story.

The statement read; “The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command wishes to categorically debunk the viral news of the alleged kidnapping of one Safiyanu Amira and seventeen (17) others who were reportedly abducted at gunpoint by Armed men in Police uniform on Tuesday 14th June 2022 at about 1:00 pm and to state that Safiyanu Amira is currently safe in Police custody.”

“While she is currently in the hospital receiving medical attention as demanded by global best practices, the investigation continues and findings will be communicated subsequently.”

“The Commissioner of Police FCT Command CP Babaji Sunday psc while commending the gallantry of the Tactical and Investigative apparatus detailed on the case, appreciated the members of the public for their calm maintained and the various degrees of useful information given to the Police.”

“He enjoined the good people of the FCT not to relent in partnering with the police, especially towards the rendition of information, to remain vigilant, and report any suspicious or abnormal occurrence.”