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How ONSA’s Special Elite Commando Squad rescued 2 Kidnapped Journalists in Daring Operation
How ONSA’s Special Elite Commando Squad rescued 2 Kidnapped Journalists in Daring Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Impeccable sources have given an account on how two kidnapped journalists, Alhaji Abdulgafar Alabelewe and Abdulraheem Audu, were successfully rescued in a daring operation by a specialized team of Elite Commandos deployed from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
The journalists, who were abducted from their homes in Chikun Local Government Area in Kaduna, exactly one week ago, were rescued on July 13, 2024.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and Security analyst in the Lake Chad region that the rescue operation was carried out by a joint team of security and intelligence agencies, coordinated by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). The team, which comprises some of the best commandos across the security and intelligence agencies, conducted a meticulous intelligence gathering operation before executing the rescue.
After several days of painstaking intelligence gathering, the Special squad of elite commandos received the green light from National Counter Terrorism Center to move into a strategic position to commence the rescue of the kidnapped victims.
Consequently, the new tight-knit Seal team undertaking highest stake mission stormed the bandits ‘ enclave at about 1630hrs and unleashed much havoc on terrorists.
Several terrorists were sent to their maker while the surviving terrorists scampered for safety as they were no match for the lethal ONSA Anti-Kidnapping Fusion Cell coordinated team.
The rescued journalists and their families were examined at about 2200hrs by the ONSA medical team before being released to reunite with their loved ones.
It will be recalled that the Commando team has recorded resounding successes in their operations, most notably on June 7th 2024, where 16 people were rescued in Shinkafi and Tsafe LGAs.
Despite the treacherous terrain, characterized by rocks and thick forested vegetation as well as weather conditions, the brave team stormed the terrorists enclave, nutrialised several fighters and successfully rescued some of the abducted victims back to Abuja unhurt.
How ONSA’s Special Elite Commando Squad rescued 2 Kidnapped Journalists in Daring Operation
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Katsina, in collaboration with the military and local vigilantes, has repelled a bandits’ attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said that the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 1:20 a.m., when bandits stormed Lamuntani village in Goran Dansaka ward but were engaged in a gun battle by security operatives, forcing them to flee into the bush.
According to sources , six kidnapped victims were rescued unhurt. They include Aisha Rilwanu, 12; Zainab Mansir, 15; Munnir Sani, 19; Salamatu Umar, 19; Asmau Sani, 10; and Jamila Nasiru, 21.
The sources added that while escaping, the bandits attacked nearby Santan Kargo village, where they shot and injured three persons Yusuf Yushau, 30; Ismail Abubakar, 21; and Abdulmumin Sani,who were rushed to Malumfashi General Hospital for treatment.
The sources said two victims were still missing as security forces intensified search-and-rescue operations in the area.
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA (OPFY) have recovered 164 rustled animals during clearance operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States.
Sources disclosed this on Thursday, saying the recoveries followed ambushes against terrorists moving livestock across communities.
The sources told Zagazola the troops, working with vigilantes, engaged terrorists attempting to move rustled animals from Talata Mafara LGA to Anka axis of Zamfara, recovering 21 sheep.
“Similarly, troops of 8 Division in conjunction with Keystone forces repelled terrorists who attacked Garbe Kanni village in Tureta LGA, Sokoto. A total of 143 sheep were recovered and a terrorist camp destroyed,” the sources said.
The animals have since been handed over to the chairmen of Bakura and Tureta LGAs for onward return to their rightful owners.
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two notorious cattle rustlers and recovered arms and ammunition in Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama on Thursday in Jos that the operation followed credible intelligence on the activities of cattle rustlers in Kogul village, Mangu Local Government Area.
According to the sources, the troops raided the hideout of the suspects on Sept. 11 and arrested two of them. Items recovered include one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one fabricated revolver rifle, 10 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, one mobile phone and cash.
“The arrested suspects and recovered items are in the custody of the troops for investigation. Follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate,” the sources said.
They added that the arrest was significant in curbing the menace of cattle rustling, which has often triggered crisis in Plateau and adjoining states.
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
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