By Kamsi Anayo, Awka
Hon. Ngozi Ogbu, former lawmaker, representing Okigwe State Constituency who was abducted has been rescued alongside over 12 others.
Ogbu was abducted when he visited a notorious gang’s camp to negotiate for peace, so he could bury a deceased relative without disturbances.
Gentle the Yahoo and his second-in-command, “Angel Make Up,” had earlier released a video parading the lawmaker, threatening to kill him if the Imo state government did not withdraw security operatives from Okigwe.
However, the former lawmaker and over 12 other captives were rescued alive when the Nigerian Army stormed the gang’s camp in Aku, Okigwe.
The Imo State Command, Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, confirmed the release of Hon. Ngozi Ogbu.
“He was released yesterday night. The Command is working in synergy with other security agencies to make sure his abductors are apprehended and brought to book.
“The Imo state police command reassure members of the public that we are ever committed to enhancing the peace and security of every one in the state,” he said.
