Four suspected male transborder kidnappers have narrated to how they abducted two victims (names withheld), in Anambra State, ferried them to Enugu State where they kept them in the bush for two days, collected ₦5 million ransom before releasing them.
The suspects, Chigozie Igboekwu (31), Odumegwu Chibuike (23), Jonah Awudu (40) and Okechukwu Nwari (33), were by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu of Anambra Police Command, in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025.
They narrated how they conspired among themselves, on August 12, 2025, at about 7 pm and kidnapped two victims in Amansea, Awka, capital of Anambra State.
They later ferried their victims to Ugwuoba, Enugu State, where they kept them in the bush for two days till the payment of ransom by the victims’ loved ones.
Following credible intelligence, police operatives raided their hide out in Awka, where they apprehended them.
Items recovered from the suspects include two Pump Action guns and nine live cartridges.
A statement by the Command’s Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed that the suspects have voluntarily confessed to the crime.
He assured that the case would be charged to the court on the conclusion of investigation.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, Ikioye Orutugu, has commended the operatives for their resilience.
He reassured Anambra residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to rid the State of criminal elements and ensure the safety and security of all residents.
