Navy rescues two kidnap victims in Akwa Ibom
By Njideka Agbo |Ichie Times
The Nigerian Navy has rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered several stolen outboard engines during an operation against sea robbery and kidnapping in the Ibeno area of Akwa Ibom State.
The operation was carried out on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, following credible intelligence on the activities of suspected sea robbers and kidnappers targeting fishermen and allegedly taking away fishing boats and outboard engines.
According to a statement issued by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Nigerian Navy Ship JUBILEE Maritime Quick Response Team in Ibeno swiftly mobilised to the area following the intelligence.
The Navy said the operation resulted in the rescue of the two victims and the recovery of several stolen outboard engines.
It described the operation as part of its efforts to protect lives and legitimate maritime activities across Nigeria’s waterways.
The Navy also urged coastal communities, fishermen and other maritime stakeholders to provide timely and credible information to security agencies to help prevent criminal activities and facilitate rapid response to persons in distress.
The service said it would continue proactive patrols, search and rescue operations and intelligence driven interventions aimed at protecting lives and property while restricting the activities of criminal elements on the nation’s waterways.
