{
  "id": 4736455,
  "title": "Tinubu reacts to rescue of abducted corps members",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/tinubu-reacts-to-rescue-of-abducted-corps-members",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T21:02:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/tinubu-reacts-to-rescue-of-abducted-corps-members/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the successful rescue of fifteen National Youth Service Corps members and six additional individuals who were abducted in Kogi State. The President shared the news on his social media account on Monday evening. He stated that the rescued individuals are currently undergoing medical treatment before being reunited with their families. Tinubu praised the security forces for their efforts and assured that those responsible will face the full extent of the law. The President expressed his delight at the news of the abductees' release, highlighting the successful Search and Rescue operation conducted by the military, police, Department of State Services, and local vigilantes. He emphasized that his administration is committed to ensuring the safety of Nigerians traveling across the country, promising that the safety of their lives and property will be prioritized.",
  "summary": "President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the rescue of fifteen members of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC and six others abducted last week in Kogi State by criminal elements. The President made the confirmation in a post on his handle on Monday evening. He said those rescued are currently receiving medical attention before they […]",
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  "coverage": {
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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."
}