Troops Rescue Kidnap Victims, Recover Vehicle in Kaduna, Katsina

Troops from the Joint Task Force North-West, Operation Fansan Yamma, rescued six kidnapped victims in separate operations in Kaduna and Katsina states. The rescues occurred on Thursday, September 17, following intelligence-led actions and responses to distress calls in both regions. In Kaduna State, Sector 1 troops intercepted suspected terrorists who were transporting kidnapped victims near Igabi Local Government Area.

The terrorists fled upon spotting the troops, leaving the victims behind. Three individuals - Enock Hussaini, Abba Dauda, and Kalif Haruna - were subsequently rescued by the troops. The Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, revealed that the victims had been abducted on September 11 from Gidan Gulbi village.

They were subsequently debriefed and reunited with their families. In Katsina State, Sector 2 troops responded to a distress call regarding civilians abducted along the Dandume-Damari axis in Dandume Local Government Area. The troops engaged the suspected terrorists, prompting their escape into the surrounding bush. The troops captured three more victims - Abubakar Abdulkadir, 25; Mansir Idris, 26; and Abubakar Aliyu, 21.

They also recovered a black Golf vehicle that belonged to the victims. Danja emphasized that these operations showcased the ongoing commitment of Operation Fansan Yamma to safeguard civilians, thwart terrorist activities, and prevent terrorists from enjoying the freedom of action within the Force's operational area. He expressed gratitude to the public for their assistance and urged them to stay vigilant, reporting any suspicious activities to the security agencies.