Army rescues six kidnapped people in Kaduna operation
Troops from Sector 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued six kidnapped victims in the Kajuru/Kujama area of Kaduna State. The operation was led by the Nigerian Army and involved coordinated efforts across several local government areas. Lieutenant Colonel Shuaib Umar shared details of the rescue, highlighting the swift response to a distress alert. The victims were later handed over to local authorities for reunification with their families on January 5, 2026.
What happened
- Six kidnapped victims were rescued by troops during a security operation in the Kajuru/Kujama area.
- The rescue took place on January 5, 2026, as part of broader operations in Chikun, Kajuru, Kachia, and Kagarko areas.
- Troops responded to a distress alert about armed criminals near the Kasso adjoining hills and forced the criminals to flee.
- The victims were handed over to representatives of Kajuru Local Government Area and the Kajuru Emirate Council.
- Major General Abubakar Sadiq Wase praised the troops for their professionalism and urged them to maintain high alertness.
