IMO, NIGERIA– Troops of Operation UDO KA have actually rescued 10 victims including potential National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members abducted by suspected shooters along the Onitsha-Owerri Roadway in Imo State.
The incident took place at about 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in Umunoha community of Mbaitoli City government Location, when 2 industrial buses conveying passengers were supposedly attacked by presumed abductors.
Gunmen Intercept 2 Buses
According to reports, the 2 buses were bring guests, consisting of potential NYSC members taking a trip to their particular destinations ahead of the 2026 Batch C Stream 1 mobilisation.
The enemies supposedly intercepted the cars and took passengers into the surrounding bush.
The Imo State Authorities Command confirmed that NYSC members were amongst those abducted, adding that the specific number of persons at first taken was still being confirmed. The command said the 2 buses were consequently recovered.
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The event took place as potential corps members were taking a trip to various orientation camps for the start of the NYSC Batch C Stream One workout.
Security Forces Launch Rescue Operation
Following the attack, soldiers of the 34 Weapons Brigade under Operation UDO KA responded to the event and launched a search-and-rescue operation in cooperation with other security firms.
Workers of the Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Flying Force, Nigeria Police Force and Department of State Provider (DSS) also took part in the operation to locate the abducted passengers and apprehend the assailants.
The collaborated operation led to the rescue of 10 victims which included prospective corps members.
The saved victims were subsequently handed over to the DSS for debriefing and further assistance.
The security agencies have continued efforts to find other victims who might still remain in captivity and track the suspected criminals.
Police authorities said the Commissioner of Cops in Imo State and other security commanders went to the scene to examine the scenario and supply operational instructions.
The afflicted area of the road was also resumed to traffic, with security personnel deployed to secure commuters.
Examination Continues
The most recent event has actually raised fresh security issues along the busy Onitsha-Owerri route, especially as thousands of prospective NYSC members travel across the nation for their orientation programmes.
The security agencies have not disclosed the identities of the saved victims or offered more details about the presumed assaulters.
Authorities stated operations were continuous to save any staying abductees and bring those responsible for the attack to justice.
The occurrence underscores the security challenges facing travellers on major highways, with authorities anticipated to sustain patrols and intelligence-led operations to safeguard commuters and potential corps members travelling to orientation camps.