Joint Task Force Rescues 11 Kidnapped Victims in Kebbi

On a recent operation, troops from the Joint Task Force, North West, successfully rescued 11 kidnapped victims in Kebbi. The Acting Media Information Officer, Capt. Sinivie Tamuno, reported that the first operation took place on Friday after a distress call regarding terrorists blocking the Ribah-Dirindaji road.

Upon arrival, troops found that the terrorists had fled with seven residents. The troops pursued the terrorists towards Rambo village, compelling them to release the captives.

The rescued individuals were identified as Sa’adu Bala, 53; Nura Musa, 25; Dantami Yahyi, 57; Nasiru Muhammad, 21; Abdulakeem Abubakar, 23; Abdulahi Maikudi, 32; and Zaki Gambo, 56, all from Ribah. In a second operation, troops conducting routine patrols in the Wasagu-Falfala area were ambushed by terrorists.

The troops responded effectively, leading to the discovery of four additional victims: Lawali Ali, 20; Samaila Shaibu, 14; Kasimu Shaibu, 20; and Aliyu Bala, 18, who were abandoned by the fleeing attackers. These victims were residents of Wasagu village.