Mirian Gom 
ABUJA, Nigeria – Twenty prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and one civilian abducted in Imo State have been rescued in an intelligence-led operation involving the military, Department of State Services (DSS), police and other security agencies.
The victims were rescued during a coordinated operation launched after they were abducted while travelling through the state, according to security sources. The rescued victims are currently receiving medical attention at a DSS facility in Imo, according to sources on Wednesday.
The operation involved collaboration among multiple security agencies to locate the victims and track those responsible for the abduction.
The circumstances surrounding the abduction and rescue are still being investigated, while security agencies continue efforts to identify and apprehend any suspects who may remain at large.
The rescue brings relief to families of the prospective corps members, who had been awaiting their safe return.
The development also highlights the role of intelligence sharing and inter-agency coordination in responding to kidnapping incidents involving travellers.
Security authorities are expected to provide further details as investigations into the abduction and the rescue operation continue.
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