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Swiftly Rescue Other Nigerians Like AIG’s Wife, Obi Charges Police

By Sunday Etuka, Abuja

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi has commended the Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for their swift and effective response in rescuing Mrs. Folashade Odumusu, the wife of retired AIG Hakeem Odumusu, who was kidnapped just a few days ago.

Mr. Obi who gave the commendation on Friday via his X handle, also urged the Force to extend the same level of urgency and professionalism to cases involving everyday Nigerians – those whose plights are often underreported or ignored, saying that many innocent citizens remain victims of abduction, languishing in captivity without rescue efforts reaching them.

“While celebrating this laudable achievement, I urge the Nigeria Police to extend the same level of urgency and professionalism to cases involving everyday Nigerians – those whose plights are often underreported or ignored. Many innocent citizens remain victims of abduction, languishing in captivity without rescue efforts reaching them,” he said.

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The former governor of Anambra State enthused that the successful operation was a testament to the possibilities that lie within the nation’s security architecture when it is properly managed and prioritised.

“The operation, conducted within a week, highlights their capacity to act decisively when motivated.

“What stands out is the precision with which the rescue mission was executed. It not only led to the safe release of the victim, unharmed, but also resulted in the neutralisation of some kidnappers, the recovery of weapons, and the retrieval of the ransom. Such a professional outcome deserves high praise,” he said.

The Labour Party stalwart continued: “This success story underscores a critical point: with proper leadership, motivation, and adequate support from the top echelon of security agencies, the fight against crime can yield impressive results.

“As the country continues to grapple with rising cases of kidnapping and related crimes, this incident offers hope. It proves that these issues can be tackled effectively if security personnel are well-resourced, supported, and committed to their responsibilities,” he said.

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