The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Olatunji Disu, has taken a decisive step in the case of the abducted prospective corps members, deploying top police chiefs to Imo state to lead an aggressive search-and-rescue operation. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, the move aims to secure the safe release of the 20 victims. The abduction occurred on October 1, when the victims and other passengers were ambushed and forced into the bush along the Owerri-Onitsha Road.
DIG Shehu Nadada, in-charge of Operations, has been tasked with taking over tactical operations in Owerri. He arrived in Imo alongside two Commissioners of Police to conduct an on-the-spot assessment and review deployment of operational assets across identified criminal hideouts. This development indicates a significant escalation of efforts to rescue the abducted corps members. The tactical assessment was executed alongside the Imo State Police Commissioner, Mr Audu Bosso, and Federal Operations chief, Mr Akpan Anifiok.
The search-and-rescue operation has been further intensified with additional deployments of tactical teams and intelligence-led tracking of the suspects. Nadada assured the public that the force remained resolute in securing the safe rescue of all 20 victims and apprehending the perpetrators. The Nigeria Police Force is fully committed to securing the safe rescue of the abducted persons and will sustain this operation until conclusion.
The abduction occurred along the Owerri-Onitsha Road at Umunoha in Mbaitoli Local Government Area. The victims were ambushed and forced into the bush. The police have appealed to residents and media organisations to remain calm while sharing credible information with security agencies under strict confidentiality guarantees.
The deployment of top police chiefs to Imo state demonstrates the seriousness with which the police are approaching the case. The IGP's direct involvement in the case highlights the importance of securing the safe release of the abducted corps members. The police are working to track down the suspects and rescue the victims.
The incident has raised concerns about security in the region. The police have urged residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities. The public is assured that the police are doing everything possible to ensure the safe release of the abducted corps members.
The search-and-rescue operation is ongoing, with the police working to track down the suspects and rescue the victims. The IGP has assured the public that the police will sustain the operation until the victims are rescued and the perpetrators apprehended.
Key points
- The Nigerian Police Force has deployed top officers to Imo state to lead an aggressive search-and-rescue operation for 20 abducted prospective corps members.
- The operation aims to secure the safe release of the victims and apprehend the perpetrators.
- The police have appealed to residents and media organisations to remain calm and share credible information with security agencies.
