The Nigerian Police Force has intensified efforts to rescue 20 abducted National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State. According to Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, Shehu Umar Nadada, the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has ordered the deployment of additional operational assets and tactical teams to reinforce personnel already on the ground. This move aims to secure the release of the abducted NYSC members. The victims were on their way to NYSC orientation camps in Abia and Akwa Ibom States when they were attacked.
The abduction occurred on Thursday when gunmen attacked two buses carrying the prospective NYSC members in the Umunoha area of Imo State. The victims were traveling from Ibadan, Oyo State. An investigation has commenced, but the police have not yet identified those responsible, describing them as unknown gunmen. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police assured that the victims would be rescued safely and urged them to cooperate with the security agencies.
Imo State Commissioner of Police, Audu Bosso, disclosed that police operatives had located the camp where the abducted NYSC members are being held. However, the operatives are facing a challenge due to the presence of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted at the site. According to Bosso, drone surveillance has helped pinpoint the location, but the IEDs have hindered the rescue operation.
The police are taking measures to overcome the obstacle posed by the IEDs. Commissioner Bosso stated that they are deploying vehicles, bulldozers, and armored personnel carriers to support efforts to reach the victims and bring them out safely. The aim is to rescue the victims unhurt. The police are working to neutralize the IEDs and secure the area.
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Shehu Umar Nadada, expressed empathy for the families of the victims. He acknowledged the difficulty of the situation, particularly for the parents of the abducted NYSC members. Nadada urged them to work with the security agencies to ensure a safe rescue.
The Nigerian Police Force is working to ensure the safe release of the abducted NYSC members. The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has deployed additional assets to reinforce personnel in Imo State. The police are committed to rescuing the victims and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
The rescue operation is ongoing, with the police working to overcome the challenges posed by the IEDs. The deployment of additional assets and tactical teams is expected to enhance the operation. Key efforts are focused on ensuring the safe release of the victims.
Key points
- The Nigerian Police Force has deployed additional operational assets and tactical teams to Imo State to rescue the abducted NYSC members.
- The presence of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) has hindered the rescue operation.
- The police aim to rescue the victims unhurt and bring the perpetrators to justice.
