Imo Police Inspector Abducted by Terrorists, Family Condemns Command's Inaction

A sense of despair has engulfed the family of Inspector Eku Egim Eku, a police officer who was abducted by heavily armed terrorists while on duty in Imo State. The incident occurred in the Orlu area, known for its high level of insecurity, as the inspector was providing security escort for a bank. According to his brother, who spoke to SaharaReporters, the inspector was intercepted and disarmed by the terrorists before being dragged into a nearby forest. The family has expressed frustration over the alleged lack of response from the Imo State Police Command, accusing the Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, of indifference. Despite efforts to reach the command's spokesperson, Henry Okoye, for comment, there was no response. The abduction of the inspector has highlighted the risks faced by security personnel in the Orlu area, where many have been killed or gone missing in recent years. Security experts have criticized the police for not providing adequate protection for officers deployed to high-risk areas. The family of the abducted inspector is calling for urgent action to rescue him and ensure his safe return. As the situation continues to unfold, concerns are being raised about the ability of the security forces to protect their own personnel, let alone the general public. With the command's silence on the matter, the family is left to worry about the fate of their loved one, who was taken while serving the country. The incident has also sparked fears about the growing insecurity in the region and the need for the authorities to take decisive action to address the issue.