Get Guardian on GoogleThe Nigeria Police Force has said it collaborated with operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to secure the release of 14 victims abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways.
In a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Placid, the police said the victims were rescued following sustained intelligence-driven operations, inter-agency collaboration and coordinated tactical efforts targeting criminal elements operating within the maritime corridor.
The statement said the operation was based on credible intelligence, with joint operatives intensifying surveillance and conducting targeted operations across identified flashpoints, leading to the safe rescue of all victims without harm.
“The rescued victims are currently undergoing medical evaluation and necessary debriefing, after which they will be reunited with their families.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, commended the joint security team for the successful rescue, describing it as a testament to effective inter-agency collaboration and intelligence-led operations.
“The Nigeria Police Force assures the public that efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend all perpetrators involved in the abduction and bring them to justice,” the statement added.
