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The Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) has successfully rescued Chukwunonso Nzekwe, a victim of kidnapping, from the Nimo Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra. This rescue operation reflects the NHFSS’s dedication to combating crime and enhancing security within vulnerable communities.
Dr. John Metchie, who serves as the Deputy Commander-General of the NHFSS in charge of Intelligence, announced this development in a statement on Tuesday from Abuja, reinforcing the commitment of the agency to ensuring the safety of citizens against kidnappers.
Metchie stated that the rescue of the victim occurred during a collaborative operation involving the NHFSS and the Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra Brigade, known as Ochabrigade, which took place on Saturday. This joint effort reflects the commitment of multiple security agencies to enhance public safety in the region.
He indicated that the rescue operation followed a report of a kidnapping that occurred while parishioners from the Catholic Church in the Nimo community gathered for prayer. The victim, who works as a building engineer, was taken during this religious observance.
He said after the abduction, the victim was taken to Agu Urukwelora village in Egbengwu Ojideleke Nimo, adding that the eagle eyes of the NHFSS intelligence officer in the village saw them in the bush.
”He informed a retired Superintendent of Police who in a swift response with other officers apprehended one of the kidnappers who hails from Nasarawa State and resident of Enugwu Ukwu, Njikoka Local Government Area
”Though his partners escaped after serious gun battles, the victim was rescued.
”A locally made gun was also recovered, and the suspect was quickly handed over to the police at the Rapid Response section at Awkuzu for discreet investigation,” he said.
Metchie commended the rescue team for their gallantry, assuring that the hunters would continue to ensure that Anambra forests were safe from criminal invasions.
He also solicited more information from members of the public to enable them tackle security challenges, adding that the public should endeavour to say something when they see something.
He reiterated the commitment of the NHFSS to continue to collaborate with Ochabrigade in cleaning the state of criminal elements.
He also commended the Commander-General, Dr Joshua Osatimehin, for his transformational leadership as well as the Anambra State Commander, Mr Destiny Jonas for his dedication to the service.
