In response to the abduction of Tony Aziegbemi, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman in Edo State, the Edo State Police Command has swiftly initiated action. The abduction transpired shortly after Aziegbemi’s rendezvous with Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, at the Government House in Benin City on Friday. The intrusion by gunmen, resulting in Aziegbemi’s seizure, has ignited concerns and spurred immediate intervention by law enforcement entities.
The Edo State Government, confirming the incident, has reassured the populace of its unwavering commitment to ensuring Aziegbemi’s safe liberation. Collaborating closely with security agencies, the government has pledged relentless efforts to secure the victim’s freedom and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Chidi Nwabuzor, the Police Public Relations Officer in Edo State, has called upon residents to furnish any pertinent intelligence conducive to the expeditious rescue of the abducted PDP Chairman. Community cooperation stands as a pivotal factor in expediting and fortifying police endeavors to apprehend the culprits and facilitate Aziegbemi’s safe repatriation.
The Edo State Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegboye, expressing dismay over the abduction, wasted no time in issuing directives for rescue operations. Adegboye expeditiously instructed tactical team leaders to mobilize and collaborate with local vigilante groups and hunters to launch a concerted rescue mission. The paramount objective is to pinpoint and securely extract Aziegbemi from captivity, accentuating the exigency and gravity of the circumstances.
In an appeal to the populace of Edo State, Commissioner Adegboye beseeched individuals to aid law enforcement efforts by furnishing any pertinent information conducive to apprehending the malefactors. The collective endeavors of the community and law enforcement entities are indispensable in expeditiously resolving this harrowing ordeal and ensuring the security and well-being of the abducted PDP Chairman.
