Navy rescues two kidnapped victims in Akwa Ibom

By Kingsley Omonobi
The Nigerian Navy has rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered several stolen outboard engines during an operation against sea robbery and kidnapping in the Ibeno area of Akwa Ibom State.
The operation was conducted on September 30, 2026, following credible intelligence on suspected sea robbers and kidnappers targeting fishermen and allegedly taking away fishing boats and outboard engines.
Director of Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, disclosed this in a statement, saying the Nigerian Navy Ship Jubilee Maritime Quick Response Team in Ibeno swiftly mobilised to the area after receiving the intelligence.
He said the naval team encountered two boats...