The three ad hoc staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) that were abducted in Katsina by gunmen have regained freedom.

The members of NYSC were abducted during Saturday’s governorship and state assembly elections in Kaduna state.

The Katsina State Police Command confirmed the release of the INEC officials.

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The gunmen killed one policeman in Danmusa Local Government Area of the state and abducted the three INEC ad hoc staff.

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Katsina State Police Spokesman, SP Gambo Isa, said in a statement that the victims were taken to Danmusa Hospital for medical attention and later reunited with their respective families.

He added that efforts were ongoing to arrest the hoodlums.

(NAN)

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