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The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has deployed the FID-Intelligence Response Team (IRT) tactical team to rescue Prince Eniola Ojajuni, the Afenifere youth leader, who was kidnapped on February 17, 2025.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is committed to ensuring Prince Ojajuni’s safe return and is utilizing all necessary resources and expertise.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF is fully committed to the safe return of Prince Ojajuni.
He, however, urged members of the public to exercise caution and refrain from engaging in social media speculation or sharing unverified information regarding the ongoing rescue efforts.
IGP said such activities can inadvertently jeopardize the operation and potentially endanger the safety of the victim adding that the Nigeria Police Force will continue to actively pursue and dismantle all criminal elements operating within our communities in the ultimate goal to establish peace and safety.
Adejobi also noted that in line with the ongoing efforts of the Nigeria Police Force to combat crime, particularly organized crime, the Force has made significant breakthroughs, including the recovery of illegal firearms, the arrest of suspects, and the rescue of kidnapping victims.
He said: “These successes underscore the commitment of the police force to ensuring the safety and security of the good citizens of our dear country.
“Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force across the country have geared up efforts in combatting various sorts of organized crime including banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and the like.
For instance, in Taraba State, police operatives recovered an AK-47 rifle, seven rounds of live ammunition, the arrest of twenty (20) male suspects, and the recovery of one motorcycle, three Dane guns, and a bow and arrow.
The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation and the suspects are currently being profiled.
“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, following a report of a kidnapping incident at Agede Village, Moniya, Ibadan on February 25, 2025, a coordinated response by the tactical teams of the Oyo State Police Command, and local security outfits, resulted in the safe rescue of three abductees: Olori Hakimat Sadia, ‘F’ 50 yrs, Olori Rakyat ‘F’ 45 yrs, and Monsuru Ganiyu ‘M’ 20 yrs, who were all abducted from the palace of Baale Tajudeen Inaolaji on February 24, 2025, by ten armed men, and the arrest of one of the abductors.
The NPF’s efforts demonstrate its commitment to ensuring public safety and security. The police force is working tirelessly to combat various forms of organized crime, including banditry, kidnapping, and armed robbery.
Futhermore, the IGP, commended the bravery and swift action of the gallant officers who have demonstrated their commitment as police officers to ensuring the safety and security of citizens.
