Troops Rescue Two Immigration Officers Kidnapped In Benue

Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully rescued two officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) who were abducted in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the rescue operation was confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday by Lt. Ahmad Zubairu, Acting Media Information Officer at the OPWS headquarters, and made available to journalists in Makurdi.

Zubairu explained that the operation was launched on Friday following credible intelligence from “appropriate superior authorities” regarding the abduction of the two officers, identified as David Iorwuese and Oliver Orasuur. A coordinated search-and-rescue mission was subsequently carried out in Tse Tembe and Adamawa Village, both located within the Azendeshi Council Ward of Ukum LGA.

“The operation, executed with precision and speed, led to the successful recovery of the two victims at Adamawa Village after the kidnappers fled. The rescued officers are currently in the safe custody of the troops, receiving preliminary medical attention and debriefing,” the statement said.

The Force Commander of OPWS, Maj.-Gen. Moses Gara, commended the gallant troops for their professionalism and unwavering dedication to duty. He emphasized that the successful mission highlighted OPWS’s determination to respond swiftly to distress calls, protect citizens, and sustain efforts to safeguard farmers in order to boost food security in Benue and neighbouring states.

Maj.-Gen. Gara further urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies, stressing that collaboration between security forces and communities remained crucial in tackling criminal activities and ensuring peace in the region.

Source: Informationng