Nigeria Police Force Rescues 39 Kidnapped Victims in Recent Operations

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Nigerian police operatives have saved 39 lives after successfully conducting operations in Kogi, Lagos, and Kastina states. The successful operations resulted in the recovery of assorted weapons, and the suspects are actively being pursued. The Force Public Relations Officer, Assistant Commissioner of Police Olumuyiwa Adejobi, revealed the details of the operations in a statement.

Key Takeaways:

  • In Kogi state, police operatives attached to the state's police command successfully repelled a kidnap attempt, rescuing 24 commercial vehicle passengers unhurt. The operation took place on June 23, 2025, along Obajana-Oshokoshoko road.
  • In Okene Division, police intercepted a suspicious Nissan vehicle, leading to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, 28 rounds of ammunition, and other personal items. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect.
  • In Lagos state, police operatives arrested three suspects: Celestine Okeke, Michael Okonkwo, and Kehinde Oladun, after responding to a reported case of abduction in the Ikoga area of Morogbo. The victim, a 20-year-old, was reunited with his family.
  • In Kastina state, police operatives overpowered kidnappers who were attempting to attack and kidnap victims in Mazare village. The operation resulted in the rescue of 4 kidnapped victims unhurt.

Statistics:

  • 39 kidnapped victims were rescued in the operations.
  • 24 commercial vehicle passengers were saved in Kogi state.
  • 4 kidnapped victims were rescued in Kastina state.
  • 28 rounds of 5.6mm ammunition were recovered in Okene Division.
  • 1 G3 magazine and a black shirt were recovered along with the ammunition.
  • The operation in Lagos state led to the arrest of 3 suspects.

Sources:

  • "Statement" by Assistant Commissioner of Police Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Public Relations Officer, Nigeria Police Force.