Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 11 kidnapped victims and recovered arms and other items in coordinated operations across the Northwest and North-Central.
A credible source at Army Headquarters told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday that the successes were recorded under Operations Fansan Yamma, MESA, Enduring Peace (OPEP) and Whirl Stroke (OPWS).
The source said the troops operating under Operation Fansan Yamma rescued two truck drivers abducted along the Magami–Gusau road in the Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara.
It said that the terrorists were forced to abandon the victims during a hot pursuit by troops through their withdrawal routes.
“In Sokoto State, troops recovered an AK-47 rifle abandoned on farmland at Garin Hilo village, Sabon Birni LGA, following actionable intelligence from locals.
“Similarly, under Operation MESA, troops, working with vigilantes, rescued nine kidnapped victims in Kogi and Kwara States.
“Three farmers abducted at Ojiwo Egume community in the Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi were rescued alongside a motorcycle.
”(Also), six villagers kidnapped at Ikosin village, Ifelodun LGA, Kwara, were freed after a hot pursuit that forced the kidnappers to flee and abandon two motorcycles.
“Efforts are ongoing to rescue four other victims abducted at Owa Onire in Ifelodun LGA during a road project,” it said.
The source said the troops had suspended operations in Taraba to restore peace and order in troubled areas as well as other parts of the country. (NAN)
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Troops from the Nigerian Army successfully rescued 11 kidnapped victims and recovered weapons and other items during strategic operations in the Northwest and North-Central regions. These operations, known as Fansan Yamma, MESA, Enduring Peace (OPEP), and Whirl Stroke (OPWS), led to significant achievements.
In instances like the rescue of two abducted truck drivers in Zamfara and the recovery of an AK-47 rifle in Sokoto, the troops displayed dedication and efficiency. Furthermore, collaborative efforts with local vigilantes resulted in the successful rescue of nine kidnapped individuals in Kogi and Kwara States.
Overall, the Nigerian Army is actively working to ensure safety and restore peace in troubled areas, emphasizing the importance of ongoing efforts to protect citizens and combat criminal activities.
Original Source: Vanguard News