Twenty prospective National Youth Service Corps members and a civilian abducted while travelling through Imo State have been rescued in a joint operation by security agencies.
The victims were rescued by operatives of the military, Department of State Services and police following an intelligence-led search operation launched after the abduction.
The development was confirmed by security sources, who said the victims were receiving medical attention at a DSS facility.
The prospective corps members were reportedly abducted while travelling through the state, prompting security agencies to mobilise for their rescue.
The coordinated operation involved the military, DSS, police and other security agencies.
The sources said the operation was intelligence-driven, leading security operatives to the location where the victims were held.
The rescue comes amid persistent concerns over the safety of travellers and NYSC members in parts of the country.
Authorities have commenced investigations into the abduction and are working to identify and arrest other suspects linked to the incident.
The rescued victims are expected to receive further attention as security agencies continue investigations into their ordeal.
The agencies have yet to disclose details of the identities of the victims, the exact location where they were rescued or whether any arrests have been made.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to apprehend other suspects involved in the abduction
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