Troops rescue 14 kidnapped victims, arrest three logistics couriers in Katsina

Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 14 kidnapped victims during a routine patrol operation in Katsina State.

The rescued victims comprised 12 males and two females who were abducted from Anguwan Miko and Tafoki villages in Faskari Local Government Area of the state.

Media Information Officer of the operation, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.

Danja also revealed that troops carried out a separate operation in Faskari, leading to the arrest of three suspected terrorist logistics couriers.

He said the operations were part of ongoing efforts by security forces to disrupt criminal activities and protect communities in the area.

He said, “On 24 September 2026, troops of Sector 2 intercepted three suspects travelling on a motorcycle in Faskari Local Government Area.

“Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspects were conveying the sum of ₦2.7 million, suspected to be ransom money, alongside three mobile phones, for onward transfer to a terrorist kingpin through intermediaries within the area.

“The suspects and the recovered items are in military custody for further investigation.

“Similarly, on 25 September 2026, troops of Sector 2, acting on credible intelligence about the movement of terrorists in Faskari Local Government Area, established an ambush position and engaged the terrorists, forcing them to flee in disarray.

“Exploitation of the area subsequently led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, 30 rounds of ammunition and one motorcycle.

“In a related development on the same day, troops conducting a routine patrol intercepted and rescued 14 kidnapped victims comprising 12 males and 2 females.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that the victims had earlier been abducted from Anguwan Miko and Tafoki villages in Faskari Local Government Area.

“The victims were reportedly abandoned by the terrorists upon sighting the advancing troops.

“They were subsequently rescued and handed over to the Faskari Local Government authorities for further necessary action.

“The successes underscore the commitment of Operation Fansan Yamma to protecting the lives and property of citizens, rescuing persons held in terrorist captivity and denying terrorists and other criminal elements freedom of action across the Joint Operations Area.

“The Theatre Command commends the troops for their vigilance, courage and prompt response, and urges members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies on suspicious movements and activities within their communities.”

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