Edo State Police rescue seven kidnapped victims in Ewohimi, reuniting them safely with families and vowing to track fleeing suspects

Edo State Police rescue operation successfully freed seven kidnapped victims in Ewohimi, Esan South-East Local Government Area, the command confirmed on Saturday.

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The victims had been abducted while farming in the Ikeken Forest by armed men suspected to be kidnappers. A swift joint operation involving the Divisional Police Officer, the Nigerian Army, and local vigilante groups led to their release.

“All seven victims were rescued unhurt and have since been reunited with their families,” said Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, Emem Ikoedem.

The rescued include William Akhabue, Innocent Ebarekor, Rachel Ebarekor, Efuah Ebarekor, Winner Ebarekor, William Omozokpia, and Lucky Igiese, popularly known as Bulala.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, commended the professionalism and bravery of all personnel involved, reaffirming the command’s commitment to the safety of Edo residents.

Ikoedem urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity via emergency lines 08077773721, 08037646272, and 08100389992.

This rescue follows other security efforts in the state, including a similar abduction of seven passengers along the Benin–Akure Road in October 2025 and ongoing arrests of suspected criminals.

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Edo State continues to strengthen collaboration between police, military, and community stakeholders to curb kidnapping and violent crimes.