The Edo State Police Command has recorded major operational successes, including its first-ever drone-led rescue operation, resulting in the safe recovery of nine kidnapped victims and the seizure of weapons, as part of a series of intelligence-driven actions across the state.
According to a statement issued on January 10, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, the breakthrough followed a report of a kidnapping at Egbojo Ikabigbo Community in Jattu. Acting swiftly, the Divisional Police Officer of Jattu Division mobilised operatives alongside vigilantes and hunters. The Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, fdc, also deployed the Eagle Combat Drone Unit—recently trained and equipped by Governor Monday Okpebholo—for its maiden rescue mission.
At about 4:25am on January 9, real-time aerial surveillance led to the identification of the kidnappers’ camp. Ground forces stormed the location, forcing the suspects to flee and abandon two locally fabricated AK-49 rifles. One adult male, three adult females and five children were rescued unharmed.
The Command also recovered a stolen Toyota Yaris and arrested a robbery suspect in Benin City, dismantled a seven-man armed robbery gang linked to the killing of a POS operator, and recovered a stolen Lexus 330 SUV while arresting a member of the syndicate involved.
In addition, police arrested suspects involved in armed robbery at Ogheghe Community and dismantled a child trafficking syndicate in Uromi, rescuing a newborn baby and recovering ₦1.4 million.
CP Agbonika reassured residents of sustained operations against criminal elements and urged the public to continue providing credible intelligence to support policing efforts across Edo State.
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