{
  "id": 15273246,
  "title": "Troops gun down kidnappers, rescue victim, recover N10m ransom in Kano",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/troops-gun-down-kidnappers-rescue-victim-recover-n10m-ransom-in-kano",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T19:55:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/troops-gun-down-kidnappers-rescue-victim-recover-n10m-ransom-in-kano/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent operation in Falgore Forest, Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State, troops of the Nigerian Army successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt while recovering a ransom payment of N10 million. The incident occurred on October 11, 2026, when the victim, Alhaji Kabiru Aliyu, was reportedly kidnapped while returning from Yandoka Market in Kaduna State. The kidnappers subsequently contacted the victim's family in Yan Taburmi village, demanding a ransom for his release. Acting on reliable intelligence, the Army, in collaboration with the police, Department of State Services (DSS), and local hunters, launched an ambush operation. The operation resulted in the neutralization of two suspected kidnappers and the rescue of the victim. A search of the area led to the recovery of the ransom money, which was returned to the victim and his family. Brigadier General Saka Jimoh, Commander of 3 Brigade, praised the troops for their vigilance, professionalism, and determination in combating criminal activities. He emphasized the brigade's ongoing commitment to maintaining security and urged the public to provide timely information to aid the security forces in their mission.",
  "summary": "Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed two suspected kidnappers, rescued an abducted victim and recovered N10 million ransom during an operation in Falgore Forest, Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State. The operation, conducted by troops of 3 Brigade under Operation MESA, followed the abduction of Alhaji Kabiru Aliyu at Fanyabo village in Falgore […]",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "Troops kill two suspected kidnappers, rescue victim, recover N10m ransom in Kano",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/troops-kill-two-suspected-kidnappers-rescue-victim-recover-n10m",
        "published": "2026-10-17T18:50:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}