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Army rescues retired general’s wife hours after Abuja abduction

Nigerian Army troops successfully rescued Mrs. Adonkie, wife of a retired general, hours after her abduction from her Abuja residence. Two suspects arreste Read More: https://punchng.com/army-rescues-retired-generals-wife-hours-after-abuja-abduction/

Army rescues retired general’s wife hours after Abuja abduction

The Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army successfully rescued Mrs Adonkie, the wife of retired Brig. Gen. Basil Adonkie, from an abduction that occurred in Abuja. The abduction took place on September 1 around 10:30 PM, and the troops were deployed in a coordinated pursuit of the kidnappers. They managed to rescue Mrs Adonkie around Angwan-Sabo Village.

Following the rescue, two suspects were intercepted while fleeing the scene near Gaube Village in Kuje Area Council. Authorities recovered an AK-47 rifle and a loaded magazine from the suspects. Mrs Adonkie was reunited with her family, and the two suspects are currently in custody for further profiling. The Army is actively investigating to identify and apprehend other members of the kidnap syndicate, with operations intensifying in the area to track the fleeing criminals. The troops maintaining high morale and fighting efficiency throughout this operation.

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