Edo Police Recover Abducted Six-Month-Old Baby, Arrest Suspects

The Edo State Police Command has recovered a six-month-old infant who was allegedly abducted in Edo State and transported to Imo State. ASP Eno Ikoedem, the command's spokesperson, announced the development at a press briefing on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. She said those believed to be responsible for the abduction have been taken into custody, and that detectives are still investigating the case. The baby has already been returned to the family, according to Ikoedem. She noted that officers from the Gender and Family Unit carried out the operation that led to the child's recovery, and that suspects linked to the incident were arrested.