Security Operatives Bust Kidnappers’ Hideouts In Edo, Arrest 12 Suspects

Items recovered from the suspects included one motorcycle and two mobile phones. The suspects and recovered items were handed over to the Amendokhian Police Division for further action.

Also, troops, in conjunction with the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, conducted operations at Emu Forest in Emu, Esan South East Local Government Area, Edo State.

During the operation, troops extensively searched Otobo Camp and Nnamdo Camp; one locally made long-barrel gun and one motorcycle were recovered. Recovered items were deposited at the Ubiaja Police Division for further action. Troops continue with the ongoing operation aimed at ridding the state of criminal elements.

The Commander, 4 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun, commended the troops for their professionalism and charged them to sustain the operational tempo towards dismantling all kidnappers’ hideouts across Edo State.

He also reassured members of the public of the Brigade’s unwavering commitment to sustaining offensive operations aimed at eradicating kidnapping and protecting lives and property.

The Commander urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to support ongoing operations. He further appreciated the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 2 Division, Major General Chinedu Nnebeife, for his strategic guidance and support, which he said has fostered operational excellence.