Police Launch Search for Parents of Four Rescued Children

The Bayelsa State Police Command has appealed to members of the public to assist in locating the parents or guardians of four children rescued in different parts of the state.

According to an official public announcement published by the Command and reported by Punch Newspapers, the children were recovered during separate operations in Ekeremor Local Government Area and Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

The rescued children have been identified as 12-year-old Affiong Etim, 12-year-old Stephen Ibrahim, 13-year-old Divine Okon, and six-year-old Majesty Edolor, according to the police statement.

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Police authorities said the children were found under circumstances that raised concern, prompting immediate intervention by officers who secured them and moved them into protective custody pending further investigation and family tracing.

The Bayelsa State Police Public Relations Officer, Musa Mohammed, stated that the Command is actively seeking any information that could help reunite the minors with their biological parents or lawful guardians.

He urged residents who recognise the children or have relevant details about their families to contact the Police Command through designated hotlines, including the Public Relations Office and the Officer-in-Charge of the Gender Unit.

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According to the police announcement, the appeal forms part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safe reunification of missing or unaccompanied children with their families across the state.

Security sources noted that such cases are handled under strict child protection protocols, which prioritise safeguarding the identities and welfare of minors while verification processes are ongoing.

The Command further encouraged community leaders, vigilante groups, and residents in Ekeremor, Yenagoa, and surrounding areas to assist with credible information that may aid identification efforts.

Officials also confirmed that the children are currently in safe custody under the supervision of relevant welfare and protection agencies while investigations continue.

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Police reiterated that the operation reflects broader efforts to tackle child abandonment, trafficking risks, and related vulnerabilities affecting minors in the state.

The Command assured the public of its commitment to ensuring that the children are safely reunited with their families once proper identification is established and confirmed.

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