Soldiers kill two kidnappers in Kogi forest, recover arms

The Nigerian Army's 12 Composite Brigade has successfully neutralized two suspected kidnappers and recovered a significant amount of weapons and ammunition in a follow-up operation conducted in Edimogbo Forest, located in Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The operation, which took place on November 3, 2026, was carried out after an earlier raid on a suspected kidnapper hideout on November 2, during which the troops first made contact with the criminals.

The recovered items included two AK-47 rifles, seven magazines, 438 rounds of 7.62mm x 54 ammunition, 4,725 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, two bandoliers, two mobile phones, and a power bank. The army's statement emphasized the importance of their continued efforts to combat criminal elements, protect lives and property, and restore peace and security in Kogi State.

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