Eleven (11) kidnap victims in Ogbido Community, Iyahmo, of Edo North Local Government have been rescued by men of the Nigerian Police Force.
Eno Ikoedem, the public relations officer of the Edo State Police Command stated in an official statement released on Saturday that the victims were seized while working on their farms.
“During the operation, the rescue team encountered the kidnappers, leading to a fierce gun duel. Overwhelmed by the superior firepower and tactical response of the operatives, the kidnappers abandoned their captives and fled into the forest. Consequently, 9 males and two females were rescued unhurt
“They are Braimah Destiny ‘M’ (46 years), Aruna Idris ‘M’ (38 years), Abudu Sharafadeem ‘M’ (38 years)
Godwin Elizabeth ‘F’ (28 years), James Favour ‘F’ (28 years) and Nonso Ana ‘M’ (30 years).
“Others are Abdulilia Ozigi ‘M’ (26 years), Lambo James ‘M’ (27 years), Wasia Abdul ‘M’ (48 years), Lucky Emmanuel ‘M’ (24 years), and
Suleman Aliyu ‘M’ (25 years).
The victims have since being reunited with their families after proper medical attention.