Nigeria, March 23 -- The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed the development in a statement issued in Lafia, revealing that the breakthrough was achieved by a patrol team from the Nassarawa Eggon Division.

During a fierce gun battle, the operatives neutralised a suspected kidnapper, identified as Auta Habu of Ruga Fulani in Gidan Waya, Nassarawa Eggon LGA, while other members of the gang fled into the surrounding bush, likely with gunshot wounds.

"The highway has been cleared and is now safe for motorists and other road users," the police spokesperson confirmed.

Nansel added that a manhunt is underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects, urging residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious move...