The police in Edo State, south-south Nigeria, said they have rescued the Onogie of Udo-Eguare, a traditional ruler in Edo Central, who was kidnapped on 3 February.
The command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Benin. He said the rescue operation took place on Friday at about 6:00 p.m.
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He stated that the rescue was made possible through sustained police efforts, supported by the Edo State Government, vigilantes, hunters, and other well-meaning residents of the state.
Mr Yamu, a chief superintendent of police, said the state Commissioner of Police, Betty Otimenyin, had vowed to rescue the kidnapped traditional ruler and that her team worked tirelessly to keep that promise.
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He said the Command thanked the Edo State Government and attributed the success to the logistic support rendered by Governor Monday Okpebholo.
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“The Command equally appreciates the vigilantes, hunters and other well-meaning residents of the State for their support so far.
“The public is assured that the Command’s commitment to the fight against crime remains unshaken,” Mr Yamu said.
(NAN)
