Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Military, Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, have rescued six kidnapped victims, together with a child, in Taraba State.
The rescue operation, carried out early Thursday morning, was a part of the continuing Operation Lafiya Nakowa, a safety initiative aimed toward eliminating prison parts and restoring peace throughout the state.
In line with an announcement by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Appearing Assistant Director of Military Public Relations for the 6 Brigade, the victims have been kidnapped on October 2 after suspected kidnappers ambushed a Toyota Carina II touring from Katsina-Ala in Benue State.
The assailants reportedly pressured the automobile to cease close to an deserted checkpoint and whisked the passengers into the bush.
Appearing on credible intelligence, troops and police personnel launched a coordinated search-and-rescue mission, resulting in the secure restoration of all six hostages, together with the driving force and 5 passengers.
The rescued victims have been recognized as a child, Mr. Terna Gbaya, Mr. Musa Adamu, Mrs. Rose Sor (35), Mrs. Lydia Vyiashima, and Mrs. Consolation Iyofar. They’ve since been reunited with their households.
Commander of the 6 Brigade, Brigadier Basic Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, recommended the professionalism and swift response of the joint forces, reiterating the brigade’s dedication to safeguarding lives and property in Taraba State.
He additionally urged residents to proceed supporting safety companies by offering well timed and credible data to help ongoing efforts in opposition to prison actions within the area.
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