Gov. Diri lauds security agencies for swift rescue of kidnapped expatriate

Gov. Duoye Diri of Bayelsa on Sunday in Yenagoa has reiterated government’s commitment at ensuring adequate protection of lives and property in the state, commending security agencies for the swift rescue of an expatriate kidnapped by gunmen.

In a statement on Sunday, by his media aide, Mr. Doubara Atasi, the governor said the immediate rescue of the expatriate, an employee of PAACHE Construction Ltd., showed resilience and professionalism on the part of the security operatives.

“The state government is grateful; the security agencies ensured swift response and their effort yielded immediate result,’’ he said.

“Our government has zero tolerance for crime and violence. We shall never tolerate crime,’’’ he said.

“As good citizens, we need to support security agencies with intelligence to tackle crime more effectively,’’ he said.

The governor urged investors and residents in the state to go about their businesses without fear, saying: “we are committed to ensuring your safety and security.’’

Diri urged security agencies in the state to trail members of the gang who might have escaped with bullet wounds during the rescue mission.

He however cautioned community leaders against harbouring criminals or providing care for those injured while committing crime.