Nigerian Army Rescues Kidnap Victims in Kwara State Operation
The Nigerian Army conducted Operation Igbo Danu in Kwara State, led by Major General Chinedu Nnebif and Brigadier General Nichola Rume. Captain Maureen Ogbuka, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, announced the operation's success in neutralizing terrorists and rescuing kidnap victims in Ifelodun Local Government Area.
Troops from the 22 Armoured Brigade supported by the National Security Adviser conducted sustained offensive operations from January 23 to 29, 2026. The operation targeted bandit enclaves, leading to the destruction of terrorist hideouts and logistical bases.
The Army urged the public to provide timely information to aid ongoing operations against terrorist networks in Kwara State.
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