By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Daily Report NigeriaDaily Report NigeriaDaily Report Nigeria
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • METRO
  • ENTERTAINMENT
  • SPORTS
  • FACT FILE
  • SPECIAL REPORT
Reading: Police Rescue Kidnap Victim in Rivers, Recover Stolen Items
Share
Font ResizerAa
Daily Report NigeriaDaily Report Nigeria
  • METRO
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • SPECIAL REPORT
  • FACT FILE
Search
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • METRO
  • ENTERTAINMENT
  • SPORTS
  • FACT FILE
  • SPECIAL REPORT
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US

Home | Police Rescue Kidnap Victim in Rivers, Recover Stolen Items

Metro

Police Rescue Kidnap Victim in Rivers, Recover Stolen Items

Ayobamise Owolabi
Ayobamise Owolabi
Published: July 10, 2025
Last updated: July 10, 2025
3 Min Read
Share
Police Rescue Kidnap Victim in Rivers, Recover Stolen Items | Daily Report Nigeria
SHARE
  • Rivers Police rescued kidnap victim Mathew John-Zephaniah during a coordinated operation in Agbo-Nchia Forest involving tactical units and the OSPAC vigilante group.
  • The kidnappers opened fire on sighting the operatives but were overpowered, forcing them to abandon the victim and flee with gunshot wounds.
  • Recovered items include the victim’s HP laptop and Redmi phone, along with two Android phones and a smart wristwatch believed to belong to the suspects.

 

The Rivers State Police Command has successfully rescued a kidnapped victim, Mathew John-Zephaniah, during a coordinated operation involving tactical operatives and a local vigilante group.

According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the operation was carried out by officers drawn from tactical units and divisions under the Oyigbo Area Command, in collaboration with the OSPAC vigilante group.

ATTENTION: Click “HERE” to join our WhatsApp group and receive News updates directly on your WhatsApp!

READ MORE: Threat Letter Surfaces as Priscilla Ojo Links Mother’s Office Fire to Failed Plot

The team acted swiftly on credible intelligence and stormed a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in the Agbo-Nchia Forest.

The statement revealed that the kidnappers opened fire on sighting the operatives, resulting in a gun duel. However, the police overpowered them.

“Due to the superior firepower of the police, the kidnappers abandoned their victim and fled the scene with gunshot wounds,” Iringe-Koko said.

She added that several items were recovered during the operation, including the victim’s belongings and gadgets suspected to belong to the suspects.

“The victim’s HP Laptop and Redmi Phone were recovered, along with two Android Phones and a Smart Wrist Watch suspected to belong to the kidnappers.

“The victim was rescued unhurt and has been debriefed and reunited with his family.

“The exhibits are currently in Police custody, while concerted efforts are being made to apprehend the fleeing members of the gang,” the statement added.

The Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, Olugbenga A. Adepoju, assured residents of the Command’s continued dedication to protecting lives and property across the state.

He also urged the public to report anyone with suspicious gunshot wounds to the nearest police station or other security agencies without hesitation.

“It’s My Birth Right,” Davido Claps Back at Critics Mocking His Billionaire Background

Afrobeats star Davido has responded to critics who frequently ridicule him over his affluent background and access to luxury.

The singer, whose father is Nigerian billionaire Adedeji Adeleke, fired back after being trolled online for regularly flaunting his father’s jets. Unfazed by the backlash, Davido declared that flying private is his entitlement from birth.

For publication of Press Releases, Statements, and Advert Inquiries, send an email to info@dailyreport.ng
TAGGED:KidnappersRivers Police
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp Telegram Email Copy Link
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest Updates

FG Begins Phase 7 Mass Trials for Suspected Terrorists in Niger State | Daily Report Nigeria
FG Begins Phase 7 Mass Trials for Suspected Terrorists in Niger State
Metro
BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Ola Olukoyede EFCC Chairman
EFCC Uncovers ‘Mind-Boggling’ Corruption in Nigeria’s Oil, Gas Sector
News
CBN Speaks on Plans to Revoke Licenses of Fidelity, Wema, Polaris, Unity Banks
Nigeria’s External Reserves Projected to Hit $41bn by December Amid Naira Gains
Business
Club World Cup: PSG Humble Madrid 4–0 to Book Final Clash With Chelsea | Daily Report Nigeria
Club World Cup: PSG Humble Madrid 4–0 to Book Final Clash With Chelsea
Sports
Nigeria’s Oil Rig Count Hits 46 in July 2025 – NUPRC | Daily Report Nigeria
Nigeria’s Oil Rig Count Hits 46 in July 2025 – NUPRC
Business

TOPIC

2023 Elections Abuja Accident AFCON Anambra APC Arrest ASUU ASUU Strike Atiku Abubakar Bandits Bayelsa BBNaija Biafra Boko Haram Bola Ahmed Tinubu Bola Tinubu Breaking News Breaking News Nigeria Burna Boy Burutu CBN Celebrity news Chelsea Coronavirus court covid-19 Crime Daily Report Ng Daily Report Nigeria Daily Sports News Davido Delta Delta state DSS Education EFCC Elections English Premier League EPL Family federal government FG FIFA World Cup Football Fraud Godwin Emefiele Goodluck Jonathan Governor Nyesom Wike Gunmen Health Ifeanyi Okowa Imo INEC Insecurity IPOB IYC JAMB Kaduna Kidnap Labour Party Lagos Lagos State Manchester United Marriage Muhammadu buhari Music NASS NDDC NDLEA Niger Delta Nigeria NLC Nnamdi Kanu NNPC Nollywood Nyesom Wike Olusegun Obasanjo Pastor PDP Peter Obi Police Politicians President Bola Ahmed Tinubu President Muhammadu buhari Professor Yemi Osinbajo Protest Rape Reno Omokri Rivers State Senate Sheriff Oborevwori Social Media Suicide Super Eagles Tinubu Top Stories Twitter Victor Osimhen Zamfara

You Might Also Like

Police Kill Kidnapper, Rescue Victim in Imo | Daily Report Nigeria
MetroNews

Police Kill Kidnapper, Rescue Victim in Imo

June 14, 2025
Gov Makinde Reveals Cause of Ibadan Explosion | Daily Report Nigeria
Metro

Gov Makinde Reveals Cause of Ibadan Explosion

April 6, 2025
Police Confirm Abduction of Delta LG Vice-Chairman | Daily Report Nigeria
Metro

Police Confirm Abduction of Delta LG Vice-Chairman

May 18, 2025
Court Remands Two Suspects Over Theft, Burglary In Osun | Daily Report Nigeria
Metro

Court Remands Two Suspects Over Theft, Burglary In Osun

May 7, 2025
© Daily Media N Publishing LTD. All Rights Reserved.
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Adverts With Us
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?