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Army rescues six kidnapped victims in Kogi
Troops of the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have rescued six kidnapped victims from bandits in the Ejiba and Saminaka forests in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State.
This was revealed in a statement issued on Tuesday in Lokoja by the Brigade’s spokesperson, Lt. Hassan Abdullahi.
According to Abdullahi, the rescue mission is part of ongoing efforts by the Nigerian Army to tackle banditry and kidnapping across the region.
He explained that the operation, involving coordinated air and ground offensives with support from the Nigeria Police helicopter, led to the interception of the victims.
According to him, the victims were confirmed to have been abandoned by the bandits due to the sustained pressure from the military.
“Five of the rescued individuals have been reunited with their families in Egbe and Ejiba communities, while the sixth is receiving medical attention,” he said.
The Brigade reassured the public and the people of Kogi that the Army remained committed to safeguarding lives and property across the state.
“Troops will continue to intensify operations, dominate the forests, identify hideouts, and deny criminals the freedom of action,” he said.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that bandits had on Sunday attacked a Cherubim and Seraphin church during service in Ejiba Community, kidnapped the pastor and several worshipers.
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