Troops rescue kidnap victim, neutralise three suspects in Edo
A kidnap victim has been rescued by troops of the Nigerian Army in Edo State. The troops also neutralised three suspected kidnappers during an operation in Sasaro Forest, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of the state. Security analyst Zagazola Makama, in posts on X on Sunday, quoted security sources as saying that the operation was conducted […] Troops rescue kidnap victim, neutralise three…
In Edo State, Nigerian Army troops rescued a kidnapped individual and eliminated three suspects during an operation in Sasaro Forest, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area. The troops, belonging to the 195 Battalion (Reconnaissance), acted on a tip-off on Sunday, October 11, 2026, around 2 am. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the victim, identified as Prince Michael Akao, was recovered and taken to a hospital for medical care and was reportedly recovering well.
The operation also led to the neutralization of the three suspects, with their bodies now held by the Nigeria Police Force. The recovered items include three locally-made guns, nine cartridges, and other miscellaneous items, which were handed over to the Department of State Services. Makama stated that this operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities within the Army's 2 Division area of responsibility.
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