Twenty prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and a civilian abducted while travelling through Imo State have been rescued in a joint intelligence-led operation by security agencies.

The rescue operation involved personnel of the military, Department of State Services (DSS), police and other security agencies.

The victims were reportedly kidnapped while passing through the state, prompting security agencies to launch an operation to track down their abductors and secure their release.

The rescued victims are currently receiving medical attention at a DSS facility, according to security sources.

Meanwhile, security agencies are continuing efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding the abduction and arrest any suspects who may still be at large.