A joint operation by the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Army has successfully prevented the kidnapping of students writing the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams in southeastern Nigeria. The operation targeted a planned abduction across Enugu, Anambra, and Imo states, orchestrated by members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN). Security forces recovered weapons during the operation and apprehended several suspects involved in the plot. Authorities have not disclosed the exact number of students at risk or the specific locations targeted. This intervention comes amid ongoing security concerns in the region, particularly related to the activities of ESN. The successful operation aims to ensure the safe continuation of WAEC examinations for students in the affected states and maintain stability. Further details are expected as investigations continue.