Troops of Operation UDO KA have rescued 10 victims abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Onitsha-Owerri Road in Imo State.
The victims were among passengers travelling in two commercial buses when gunmen reportedly intercepted the vehicles at Umonuwa village in Mbaise Local Government Area.
According to security authorities, the rescued victims included prospective NYSC members who were travelling to their orientation camps.
The victims were rescued following a joint operation involving the military and other security agencies.
Security personnel are continuing efforts to locate any remaining abductees and apprehend the suspected kidnappers.
More details will follow as the operation continues.