The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the release of the Chief Imam of Uromi, Sheikh Moritada Obhakhoboh, from the custody of his abductors.
According to a statement issued Monday night by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, the cleric’s freedom was secured through “intense and sustained pressure” on the kidnappers.
Yamu disclosed that the Imam, who was abducted on July 7 in the Angle 80 area of Uromi, was released unharmed and has since reunited with his family.
He explained that the police swung into action immediately after the abduction was reported at the Uromi Divisional Headquarters on July 8.
He further noted that tactical teams, in partnership with members of a local vigilance group, were deployed to track down the culprits.
Yamu added that the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, praised the operatives involved and assured the public that efforts were ongoing to apprehend those responsible.
“No stone will be left unturned in identifying and apprehending those behind the kidnapping,” he said.
He also urged residents to remain vigilant and continue supplying credible information to assist security efforts in curbing crime across the state.
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