Police confirm release of 20 abducted NYSC members in Imo

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the rescue of the 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members abducted in Imo State.
In a statement on Wednesday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, said the victims were rescued on 7th October 2026 at Amakohia Ubi Village, Imo State, following sustained search-and-rescue operations.
The corps members were abducted on 1st October 2026 while travelling from Ibadan, Oyo State, to orientation camps in Abia and Akwa Ibom States. They were attacked near Umunoha in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State.
According to the police, the victims have been taken for medical assessment and necessary care.
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