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Army saves 18 passengers from Pirates near Cameroon
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 18 passengers, including two infants, who were abducted by suspected sea pirates during an attack on a passenger boat traveling from Nigeria to Cameroon.
A source at Army Headquarters told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the rescue operation took place on Sunday, following a distress call after pirates in two speedboats and a wooden boat hijacked the vessel near Kombo 4 Fishing Port in Cameroon.
The troops responded swiftly, pursued the attackers, and engaged in an exchange of fire, leading to the successful rescue of the passengers.
”One pirate speedboat powered by a 15-horsepower engine capsized during the encounter, forcing the attackers to abandon their captives and flee into nearby creeks.
”All victims were rescued unharmed, while troops continued to dominate the waterways to prevent further criminal activity.
”A total of five rounds of 7.62mm NATO and four rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition were expended during the operation.
”Security operations in the area are ongoing,” the source said.
The source reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Army to sustaining operations across theatres nationwide. (NAN)
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