Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
NIGERIA, ABUJA – The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has called for the immediate deployment of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) to rescue Prince Eniola Ojajuni, the Afenifere Youth Leader.
Recall that the Afenifere Youth Leader Ojajuni was kidnapped on February 17, 2025, while travelling to Abuja.
Truth Live News Media reports that the said Ojajuni was seen in a viral video begging Nigerians to contribute whatever they have to be able to rise the N100 million demanded as ransom for his release by the kidnappers as time was ticking out.
The IGP has directed the team to make Ojajuni’s safe recovery a top priority.
The marching order was contained in a press statement signed by the IGP and made available through
the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, to Journalists.
Agbetokun reassured the public of the police’s commitment to securing Ojajuni’s release, pointing out that that all necessary resources and expertise will be utilized.
“The IGP commends the bravery and swift action of the officers who have shown their dedication to ensuring the safety of citizens.
“In the same vein, the IGP has ordered the immediate deployment of the FID Intelligence Response Team to focus on the safe rescue of Prince Eniola Ojajuni, the Afenifere Youth Leader, who was abducted on February 17, 2025, while en route to Abuja.
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“The NPF is fully committed to Prince Ojajuni’s safe return and is deploying all required resources and expertise to accomplish this goal”, Agbetokun said.
Adejobi also urged Nigerians to refrain from sharing unverified information on social media regarding the incident.
“The police urge the public to exercise caution and avoid engaging in social media speculation or disseminating unverified details about the ongoing rescue efforts. Such actions could jeopardize the operation and put the victim’s safety at risk”, Agbetokun added.
He hinted that the Nigeria Police Force will continue to actively target and dismantle criminal elements within communities, with the ultimate aim of ensuring peace and security.