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Police, EFCC rescue 14 victims abducted by pirates in C’River

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  • Nigerian Police and EFCC operatives have rescued 14 victims abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways.
  • The rescue operation was a result of sustained intelligence-driven efforts and inter-agency collaboration.
  • Authorities are working to track down the perpetrators, and the rescued victims are undergoing medical evaluation.

In a significant display of inter-agency cooperation, the Nigeria Police Force and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have successfully rescued 14 victims who were abducted by sea pirates. The victims were traveling along the Calabar–Oron waterways when they were intercepted, sparking a swift and coordinated response from security agencies.

The Nigeria Police Force in collaboration with operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has successfully secured the release of fourteen (14) victims abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways.

— DCP Anthony PlacidAnnouncing the successful rescue operation in a statement.

This successful operation underscores the effectiveness of intelligence-led policing and collaborative efforts in combating maritime crime. The joint operatives intensified surveillance and conducted targeted operations in identified flashpoints, leading to the safe release of all 14 individuals without harm. This outcome is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of the security forces involved.

Acting on credible intelligence, joint operatives intensified surveillance and conducted targeted operations across identified flashpoints, leading to the safe rescue of all victims without harm.

— DCP Anthony PlacidDetailing the methodology of the rescue operation.

The rescued victims are currently receiving necessary medical evaluation and debriefing before they are reunited with their families. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, commended the joint security team, highlighting the operation as proof of effective collaboration and intelligence-led policing. Meanwhile, efforts are actively underway to apprehend the individuals responsible for the abduction.

The rescued victims are currently undergoing medical evaluation and necessary debriefing, after which they will be reunited with their families.

— DCP Anthony PlacidProviding an update on the condition and status of the rescued victims.

This rescue mission comes at a critical time, following recent concerns raised by the Senate about the rising insecurity along Niger Delta waterways. The incident also follows a previous report on April 21 about a similar abduction involving a passenger ferry. The successful recovery of these victims provides a much-needed boost to security efforts in the region and reassures the public of the authorities' commitment to ensuring safety on the waterways.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, commended the joint security team for the successful operation, describing it as a testament to effective inter-agency collaboration and intelligence-led policing.

— The PoliceOfficial statement from the Inspector-General of Police regarding the operation.
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