Troops Rescue 16 Kidnap Victims, Recover Weapons in Niger
Nigerian Army troops have carried out successful operations in Niger State, rescuing 16 kidnapped victims and recovering various weapons during the encounters.
Operation on November 5
On Tuesday, November 5, 2026, troops from the Nigerian Army intercepted a group of terrorists moving from Mashegu Local Government Area to Rijiyan Nagwamatse in Kontagora Local Government Area, following intelligence reports.
- The troops engaged the criminals in a fierce firefight, neutralizing some of them and rescuing the kidnapped victims.
- During the operation, the soldiers recovered two AK-47 rifles and seven magazines.
- The rescued victims have received initial medical aid and have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for reunification with their families.
Operation on November 3
On Monday, November 3, 2026, the Nigerian Army troops intercepted a group of criminals moving from Makuku Village in Sakaba Local Government Area to Taszare in Tahoua Local Government Area.
- The soldiers engaged the terrorists in a fierce battle, forcing them to retreat into the surrounding forest with varying degrees of gunshot wounds.
- During the operation, the soldiers recovered five motorcycles, a mobile phone, and assorted ammunition.
- The rescued victims have received initial medical aid and have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for reunification with their families.
Brigadier General's Statement
Speaking on the operations, Brigadier General Abdulkadir Mohammed, Commander of the 153 Task Force Brigade, commended the troops for their bravery and dedication to duty, stating that the operations were a testament to the increasing capacity of the Nigerian Army to tackle security threats, protect communities, and disrupt the logistics and activities of criminal groups.
"The operations are a testament to the growing capacity of the Nigerian Army to tackle security challenges, protect communities and disrupt the logistics and activities of criminal groups."
The Commander also urged the troops to sustain their efforts and intensify operations to ensure the safety of the people in the area.
</body> </html><small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
