The Nigeria Police Force has intensified its efforts to strengthen national security and curb crimes, particularly human trafficking and kidnapping. In a statement, Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the police operatives have rescued 13 trafficked victims and 3 kidnapped victims in separate operations.

The first operation took place on January 31, 2025, when police operatives attached to the Kaduna State Command apprehended three suspects – Samson Peter, Haruna Duniya, and Abdulazaq Olawole – who were trafficking 13 victims to Oyo State. Adejobi stated that the victims were rescued, and the investigation is ongoing.

In another operation, police operatives of the Ogun State Command carried out a covert operation on January 29, 2025, and located the den of kidnappers responsible for an earlier reported abduction. Adejobi said the operatives engaged the gang in a gun duel, neutralizing five gang members and rescuing the three kidnapped victims. The police also recovered arms, ammunition, mobile phones, and a cash sum of N5.2 million.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, commended the operatives for their gallantry and dedication to duty. Adejobi quoted the IGP as saying, “The Police Force remains committed to effectively combatting all security threats.”