The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate deployment of the Force Intelligence Department (FID) – Intelligence Response Team (IRT) to prioritize the safe rescue of Prince Eniola Ojajuni, the Afenifere Youth Leader, who was kidnapped on February 17, 2025, while traveling to Abuja.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, assured citizens of the police’s commitment to securing Ojajuni’s release by deploying all necessary resources and expertise to achieve this objective.
He said, “The IGP commends the bravery and swift action of these gallant officers who have demonstrated their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of citizens.
“In the same vein, the IGP has ordered the immediate deployment of the FID Intelligence Response Team to prioritise the safe rescue of Prince Eniola Ojajuni, the Afenifere Youth Leader, who was kidnapped on 17 February 2025 while en route to Abuja.
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“The NPF is fully committed to the safe return of Prince Ojajuni and is deploying all necessary resources and expertise to achieve this objective.”
Adejobi urged Nigerians to stop sharing unverified information about the incident on social media.
“However, the police urge members of the public to exercise caution and refrain from engaging in social media speculation or sharing unverified information regarding the ongoing rescue efforts.
“Such activities can inadvertently jeopardise the operation and potentially endanger the victim’s safety.
“The Nigeria Police Force will continue to actively pursue and dismantle all criminal elements operating within our communities, with the ultimate goal of establishing peace and safety,” he added.
