Ogun: Five kidnapped polytechnic students rescued

Five students of a polytechnic in Ogun State who were reportedly abducted by gunmen have been rescued by security operatives.

The students were said to have been kidnapped in the state before security agencies launched efforts to locate and secure their release.

Their rescue followed coordinated operations by security personnel, who acted on intelligence gathered during the search for the victims.

The development was confirmed by security authorities, who said the rescued students were being attended to following their release.

The operation also underscores ongoing efforts by security agencies to tackle kidnapping and other violent crimes in Ogun State.

Authorities have continued to intensify surveillance and intelligence-led operations across the state, particularly in areas considered vulnerable to criminal activities.

The security agencies urged residents to remain vigilant and provide timely information that could assist in preventing further attacks and the abduction of innocent citizens.

Investigation into the incident is ongoing, while efforts are expected to continue towards identifying and apprehending those responsible for the students’ abduction.