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Troops rescue 31 kidnapped passengers in Kogi, search ongoing for others
Troops rescue 31 kidnapped passengers in Kogi, search ongoing for others
By; Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army troops in collaboration with police and local hunters rescued 31 kidnapped passengers along the Apata-Obajana road on Thursday night.
Zagazola Makama informed reliably that the incident occurred on May8, at about 11:50 p.m. when two Toyota Hiace buses travelling from Lagos to Kano and Katsina respectively were attacked by armed hoodlums.
The first bus with registration number DTF 773 XA driven by Saminu Yahaya was heading to Kano with 17 passengers, while the second, with registration number KNA 170 XA, driven by Bashir Dahiru, was en route to Katsina with another 17 passengers.
A distress alert was received from a local hunter, prompting a swift response by the troops who engaged the assailants in a fierce gun duel, which forced the attackers to abandon 31 of the 38 victims and flee into the forest.
Four of the rescued passengers sustained machete injuries, while one victim was hit by a bullet in the left thigh. All injured victims were immediately evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment.
Efforts are ongoing to rescue the remaining seven abducted persons have been intensified.
Troops rescue 31 kidnapped passengers in Kogi, search ongoing for others
Troops Investigate Indiscriminate Shooting Incident in Borno Community
By Zagazola Makama
An incident of indiscriminate shooting by members of a hybrid security force has left one personnel and a civilian injured in Mandaragirau village in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 12:20 p.m. on April 30 when members of the hybrid forces deployed under the 162 Amphibious Battalion allegedly discharged their weapons indiscriminately within the community.
The sources disclosed that the shooting resulted in injuries to one member of the hybrid force and a civilian who were both evacuated to a medical facility for treatment.
According to the sources, the situation was promptly brought under control, while the erring personnel involved in the incident was arrested and taken into custody for further investigation.
They added that preliminary inquiries are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and ensure appropriate disciplinary action.
Security authorities assured residents of the area that measures are being taken to prevent a recurrence and maintain order within the community.
Troops Investigate Indiscriminate Shooting Incident in Borno Community
Female Terrorist Family Member Surrenders to Troops in Borno
By Zagazola Makama
A female family member of suspected ISWAP terrorists has surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army in Dikwa Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the surrender took place at about 5:04 p.m. on April 30 when the individual approached troops of 24 Task Force Brigade deployed in the area.
The sources disclosed that the woman was received by the troops and subsequently profiled and documented in line with standard procedures.
According to the sources, the development is part of ongoing efforts by security forces to encourage defections and dismantle terrorist networks in the North-East.
They added that further necessary actions would be taken following the profiling process.
The sources noted that military operations and engagements aimed at restoring peace in the region are ongoing.
Female Terrorist Family Member Surrenders to Troops in Borno
Troops Respond to Kidnap Threat Letter in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
Troops have responded to a reported kidnap threat letter found in Anwar Hali village in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 11:45 a.m. on May 1 when troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 75 were alerted to the presence of a suspicious letter in the community.
The sources disclosed that the letter, written in Hausa language, contained two rounds of 7.62mm ammunition and a telephone number allegedly provided for contact.
According to the sources, troops contacted the number and recorded the conversation as part of ongoing investigative procedures.
They added that efforts are ongoing to trace and apprehend the individuals behind the threat.
Security operatives assured residents that surveillance and patrols have been intensified in the area to prevent any attack and maintain public safety.
Troops Respond to Kidnap Threat Letter in Kaduna Community
Troops Investigate Indiscriminate Shooting Incident in Borno Community
Female Terrorist Family Member Surrenders to Troops in Borno
Troops Respond to Kidnap Threat Letter in Kaduna Community
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