{
  "id": 12910424,
  "title": "Marwa Commends Security Agencies Over Rescue of 20 Kidnapped Corps Members",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/marwa-commends-security-agencies-over-rescue-of-20-kidnapped-corps",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-08T16:42:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/08/marwa-commends-security-agencies-over-rescue-of-20-kidnapped-corps-members/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa, the former Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has lauded the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS), and other security forces for rescuing 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and one victim abducted in the South-east. In a statement released by the NDLEA's Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, Marwa hailed the rescue as a national victory and proof of the impact of well-coordinated, intelligence-driven operations against criminality. He emphasized that the safe return of the prospective corps members to their families showcased the bravery, professionalism, and unity of purpose among Nigeria's security personnel. Marwa, a retired military officer, stressed the importance of highlighting the accomplishments of security agencies and acknowledging their commitment to safeguarding Nigerians. He also recognized other successful rescue efforts by security agencies throughout the country in recent months, which had rescued abducted victims and restored hope to affected families. Marwa assured that NDLEA would continue to collaborate with other security agencies, as drug trafficking and abuse often lead to violent crimes, kidnapping, and banditry. He urged security agencies to maintain their efforts in combating criminality and requested Nigerians to assist by providing timely and credible information. Marwa expressed his best wishes for the rescued prospective corps members to recover swiftly and reunite with their families.",
  "summary": "Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd.), has commended the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, Department of",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}