by Nigerian News24 Correspondents
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the release of the Chief Imam of Uromi, Moritada Obhakhoboh, who was abducted on July 7, 2025.
According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, the cleric regained his freedom on July 13 following sustained pressure and coordinated efforts by police operatives.
“The Edo State Police Command is pleased to inform the public that Moritada Obhakhoboh, the Chief Imam of Uromi, was released by his abductors on July 13, 2025, due to the intense and sustained pressure mounted by our operatives,” the statement read. “He has been reunited with his family and is in stable condition.”
The abduction took place in the Angle 80 area of Uromi and was reported to the Uromi Divisional Police Headquarters on July 8. In response, the command launched an intensive manhunt involving tactical teams and local vigilante groups to locate the victim and pursue the kidnappers.
Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, fdc, praised the efforts of the officers involved and assured the public that the command remains committed to identifying and arresting those responsible.
He urged residents to stay vigilant and continue providing timely and credible information to support the ongoing fight against crime across the state.