Imo JTF Operatives Search Phones, Access Bank Accounts, Extort Money From Travellers, Youths

News | Sahara Reporters | 28-08-2026 03:47pm |

Several young Nigerians have accused operatives of a Joint Task Force (JTF) in Imo State of abducting, assaulting, and extorting them. The JTF operatives allegedly stop public and private vehicles, search mobile phones, and demand access to bank accounts. The victims claim they were subjected to these actions during routine stops. The accusations have raised concerns about the conduct of security forces in the state.

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