In a statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Frank Mba, the surveillance helicopters will complement the efforts of the operation puff adder.

According to him, the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu has also condemned the abduction, describing it as barbaric and callous.

He said the joint rescue operation is being carried out by the police, the military and other members of the law enforcement community with support from the state government and other stakeholders.