Two men have been arrested in Delta state for staging a kidnap incident and extorting money from members of the ‘’victim’s” family.
A video shared online by activist Harrison Gwamnishu, showed the initial video sent to the family members in which the alleged abductor who was speaking with a fake Northern accent, could be heard threatening to unalive the alleged victim and asking him to call his family members so they can pay the ransom being demanded.
Harrison said the video looked suspicious and an investigation was launched and the suspects were apprehended.
When interrogated, the alleged victim said he orchestrated the plan so he could get some money out of his family members for his travel plans.
‘’A CASE OF KIDNAPPING NOW TURNED TO SELF-KIDNAPPING.
On Sunday 16th August 2025, an alarm was raised that a man had been kidnapped at Onicha-Ugbo, Aniocha North LGA, Delta State.
Immediately, the Police Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cyber Crime Unit Asaba, led by the OC, swung into action working tirelessly with a team of Military officers from 63 Brigade Asaba, the #NFSS, and Delta State Government House trackers, advanced to Issele-Uku to rescue the alleged victim.
After hours of coordinated intelligence gathering, it was discovered that the incident was not a genuine abduction but a case of self-kidnapping. The location was secured, and the two suspects behind the act were arrested and are now in custody.
We sincerely thank the officers and men of the 63 Brigade Asaba, the OC and officers of the Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cyber Crime Unit and the #NFSS for their resilience, sacrifice, and dedication to keeping our communities safe.
Special appreciation also goes to His Excellency Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori , Executive Governor of Delta State, for standing firmly behind security operations.
As we commend these gallant men and women, we must also stress the need for greater support. The security teams involved in this operation need stronger logistics, equipment, and resources to sustain their work and extend their coverage across Delta State. With such support, we can replicate this success Statewide and ensure no community is left vulnerable.
Finally, NEVER for any reason refuse to report a suspected case of kidnapping. Every report matters. #Report #Security #Technology #Kidnapping.’Harrison wrote
