Police Deploy DIG and Commissioners for NYSC Rescue in Imo
On October 1, 2026, an ambush occurred along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Imo State, resulting in the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and other passengers. In response, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, deployed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, DIG Shehu Nadada, along with two commissioners of police to lead an intensified search-and-rescue operation.
The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, announced this in a statement from Owerri. DIG Nadada arrived in Imo State to assess the situation and review the deployment of operational assets in identified criminal hideouts.
The operation is being conducted in collaboration with Imo State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Audu Bosso, and Federal Operations chief, Mr. Akpan Anifiok. Nadada assured the public of the police's commitment to rescuing the victims and apprehending the perpetrators, urging residents to provide credible information to security agencies.
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