Another kidnapped Akwa Ibom Corps member in Zamfara released

The National Youth Service Corps has said one of the remaining two Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) from Akwa Ibom kidnapped in Zamfara in August 2023 has been released.

The organisation said the PMC was rescued by a combined effort of the security agencies led by the Officers and men of 2 Battalion under I Division of Nigeria Army, Kaduna.

Director, Information and Public Relations, Eddy Megwa confirmed the release of the PMC in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.

He noted that with the rescue of the corps member, a total of seven (7) of the eight corps members have been rescued.

The statement reads: “Efforts are still on-going to secure the safe release of the remaining male Prospective Corps Member who is still in custody of the kidnappers.

“Speaking on the rescue, the Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General YD Ahmed appreciates the gallant efforts of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies for their dedication and commitment towards the rescue of the Prospective Corps Members.

“He expressed optimism that the remaining Prospective Corps Member will also be rescued very soon.

“Similarly, the Director General advised all Prospective and serving Corps Members to avoid night journeys and always be security conscious at all times.”