Ofonime UMANAH
The Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri is very happy with security operatives for heeding his instructions and ensuring that the kidnapped judge in the state judiciary, Mr Justice Ebieyerin Umukoro reunites with his family unhurt.
On the same day that the judge was kidnapped, about 12 days ago, Diri had given a marching order to security agencies to ensure that the judge was rescued without any harm.
The obviously exhilarated governor was quoted in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, to have praised the combined effort of the security agencies, particularly men of the Department of State Services (DSS), for their unrelenting pressure on the kidnappers that eventually led to his freedom.
He gave the assurance that he would not rest until all the criminals involved in the kidnap, who were currently on the run, would be arrested and be brought to justice in line with the provisions of the law.
While assuring residents of the state of their safety and security, Diri restated his warning to criminally-minded individuals to steer clear of Bayelsa as his administration had invested much resources to guarantee peace and security of the state.
He also said the security agencies will continue to be supported by the administration to carry out their responsibility.
The governor called for greater support and cooperation from the people while assuring them that their security was a priority of the administration.
