IGP Deploys Special Team to Rescue Kidnapped Afenifere Youth Leader
Police Launch Tactical Operation to Secure Release of Prince Eniola Ojajuni
In response to the recent kidnapping of Afenifere Youth Council President, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has deployed a specialized task force to ensure his swift and safe return.
This elite rescue team includes officers from the Ondo and Kogi State Police Commands, as well as tactical and intelligence operatives from the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Their mission is to track down the kidnappers and secure the immediate release of Prince Ojajuni, who was abducted on February 17, 2025, in Akunnu, a border town between Ondo and Kogi states.
Abductors Demand ₦100 Million Ransom
The urgency of the situation intensified after a disturbing video surfaced online, showing Prince Eniola Ojajuni pleading for his life while his captors issued a ₦100 million ransom demand. The kidnappers have threatened to kill him if their demand is not met within 48 hours.
Despite the high-profile nature of the case, police sources revealed that no official complaint had been filed regarding the abduction. Instead, authorities learned of the situation through the viral video that sparked public outrage.
Police and Intelligence Teams Mobilized for Rescue Operation
Following the IGP’s direct order, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has launched an extensive rescue operation, focusing on dense forest areas in Ondo and Kogi states where the kidnappers are believed to be hiding.
The Intelligence Response Team (IRT), known for handling high-risk criminal cases, is actively working with ground operatives to locate Ojajuni and neutralize the threat posed by his captors.
National Youth Leaders Demand Immediate Action
The Forum of National Youth Leaders of All Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN) has strongly condemned the abduction, demanding the immediate and unconditional release of Prince Eniola Ojajuni.
In a formal statement, the group expressed deep concern over the disturbing video and called on both government authorities and the general public to take decisive action against rising insecurity in Nigeria.
Rising Kidnapping Cases Raise Security Concerns
This high-profile kidnapping case underscores the growing insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in border towns and rural areas. The abduction of a prominent youth leader has sparked renewed calls for the government to implement stricter security measures to curb the rising menace of kidnappings and ransom demands.
Authorities assure the public that intense efforts are underway to secure Ojajuni’s release and bring the perpetrators to justice. The Nigeria Police Force continues to urge anyone with useful information to assist in tracking down the kidnappers.
As the 48-hour deadline looms, all eyes remain on the police rescue operation and the fate of the Afenifere Youth leader.
Source : Swifteradio.com
