'We're Proactive in Addressing Insecurity, Kidnapping in Imo State' - FPRO Assures, Confirms Arrest of kidnappers in Obinze Axis, Imo

In its efforts to boost National Security and fortify the safety of every citizen, the Nigeria Police Force has conducted several operations across the country, tackling all forms of crime and criminality, particularly in Owerri, Imo State.

In recent happenings, operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, Imo State Command, have recorded several milestones of operational success in the fight against all forms of crime in the state, particularly kidnapping. 

Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Wednesday confirmed some of the achievements which iincludes the arrest of Five (5) suspects linked to kidnappings in Obinze, Avu, and Ihiagwa, and the rescue of the kidnapped victim. 

The suspects identified as Umaru Usman, 40, from Mauree in Sokoto; Tukur Yau, 25, from Dawakinkudur in Kano State; Musbau Sabo, 18, from Warsaw LGA in Kano State; Abdul Ibrahim, 30, from Sokoto State; and Jubrin Idris, 35, from Sokoto State, were arrested on the 21st of August 2024 in Avu, Imo State.

Another groundbreaking achievement was the arrest of one Nwauba Alex, a 25-year-old male from Ezza LGA, Ebonyi State on August 21, 2024. The suspect was arrested while attempting to rob two residents at gunpoint near Aladinma Primary School, Owerri. Recovered from the suspect were: one locally made pistol, two rounds of live ammunition, and torchlights. 

He assured that the Nigeria Police remains relentless in its efforts to combat these heinous acts and reiterates commitment towards bolstering security measures. 

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, further reaffirms this commitment with the emplacement of both proactive and reactive measures aimed against these crimes.

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