REPORTER: UCHE NDEKE
The Police Command in Anambra State says it has foiled an alleged kidnap attempt on road users along the Ogbakuba–Ossomala Road.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, the incident occurred at about 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday, 20th October 2026, following the timely intervention of a joint security team conducting ongoing offensive operations against armed secessionist groups in the area.
Preliminary information indicates that the armed men, reportedly wielding AK-47 rifles, blocked the road and opened fire sporadically in what appeared to be an attempt to abduct unsuspecting road users.
The statement said the swift response of the joint security operatives disrupted their activities and successfully prevented the abduction.
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, Mr Nnanna Ama, commended the operatives for their prompt intervention and professionalism.
Mr Ama reiterated the Command’s commitment to intelligence-led, coordinated and sustained security operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks, preventing kidnappings and safeguarding lives and property across the state.
The Command assured residents and road users that security operations in the area are ongoing and advsed members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements to security agencies and cooperate with operatives.
