Edo State Government Cracks Down on Kidnappers, Dismantles Major Den

Edo State Government Cracks Down on Kidnappers, Dismantles Major Den

By Admin 

The Edo State Government has scored a major victory in its fight against violent crime with the dismantling of a major kidnappers' den in Egbai community, Ovia North-East Local Government Area.

 The operation, carried out by the Edo State Special Security Squad, resulted in the arrest of two suspected kidnappers, Anthony Fedigha Ebimienwei and Luke Disemoh.

The suspects were arrested following a high-level, intelligence-driven surveillance operation. They confessed to their involvement in the abduction of one Blessing Nosa, for whose release a ransom of ₦30 million was collected. 

The duo also allegedly abducted another business person and demanded a staggering ₦500 million ransom, triggering an expanded multi-agency response and sustained tracking that culminated in their arrest.

The Coordinator of the Edo State Security Squad, Noah Idemudia, said the operation was in line with Governor Monday Okpebholo's directive to adopt offensive security tactics that prevent crime before it festers. 

Idemudia stressed that the administration's stance on criminality remains uncompromising, warning that Edo State would not be a safe haven for kidnappers or any criminal elements.

Community leaders have welcomed the government's actions, with the Okaighele (youth leader) of Egbai community, Aghaku Ihanuwaze, commending Governor Okpebholo for taking decisive steps to restore safety in the area. 

"This hideout has been a source of fear for our community," the youth leader noted. "We thank Governor Okpebholo for acting swiftly and for prioritizing the safety of our people.

The operation marks a significant milestone in Governor Okpebholo's broader security reforms, which include the reinforcement of rural surveillance, expanded community-based intelligence networks, and the strengthening of inter-agency coordination initiatives.

 The government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property, saying security remains the bedrock upon which economic growth, social stability, and community development must stand.

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