The Nigerian Navy has successfully rescued a kidnapped victim, Mr Benedict Eze, in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, following sustained security operations by personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bonny.
The victim, who was abducted on 23 March 2026 at Aganya Community, was found and rescued at Coconut Jetty after he was abandoned by his captors around the Opuoma waterside. This followed intensified pressure from naval personnel, who had maintained continuous intelligence-led patrols, supported by technological surveillance and coordinated operations across both land and waterways to block possible escape routes.
Following his rescue, Mr Eze was evacuated to the Naval Base medical facility for evaluation and debriefing before being safely reunited with his family.
The Navy noted that the operation underscores the effectiveness of joint maritime and land-based security efforts in curbing criminal activities within the Bonny–Port Harcourt waterways and adjoining creeks. It further reflects the directive of the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, to strengthen operations against criminal elements in the maritime domain.
The Nigerian Navy reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining proactive patrols and intelligence-driven operations aimed at enhancing security, protecting lives and property, and ensuring that perpetrators of crime are brought to justice.
