The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the release of the Chief Imam of Uromi, Moritada Obhakhoboh, who was recently abducted in the state.

The command stated that his abductors released him due to the intense and sustained pressure mounted by security operatives.

The Spokesperson for the command, Moses Yamu, in a statement, yesterday said the abducted Obhakhoboh was released on July 13, 2025.

He said that the Chief Imam of Uromi had since been reunited with his family and is in stable condition.

“The kidnapping occurred on July 7 at the Angle 80 area of Uromi and was reported to the Uromi Divisional Police Headquarters on July 8.

“Upon receipt of the report, the Command immediately launched a robust manhunt for the perpetrators, deploying tactical teams and collaborating with local vigilantes to track down the assailants with a view to rescuing the victim unhurt and bringing the culprits to justice,” he said.

Meanwhile, the state’s Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, commended the efforts of the operatives involved in the operation and assured the public that no stone would be left unturned in identifying and apprehending those behind the kidnapping.”

He, therefore, urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to support the police with timely and credible information as they intensify efforts to rid the communities of criminal elements.