Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) have rescued five women and two babies in Zamfara after spending two months in captivity.
This is contained in a statement issued in Gusau on Thursday by the Information Officer to the Operation, Lt. Suleiman Omale.
โTroops, in a daring operation, successfully stormed Kuyambana forest in Zamfara State and succeeded in rescuing five women and two babies.
โThey were kidnapped in January 2024 from Marange village in Kagara Local Government Area of Niger State.
โThe victims, who endured months of captivity, were liberated following the relentless offensive operations carried out by the vigilant troops in the Kuyambana area.
โThe successful rescue operation came as a result of the unwavering pressure exerted on the bandits by the troops, leading to the victimsโ escape from the terroristsโ enclaves,โ Omale said.
He added that the victims underwent debriefing sessions and were promptly handed over to the relevant authorities for the necessary procedures to reunite them with their respective families.
โThe General Officer Commanding 8 Division of the Nigerian Army Sokoto, Maj. Gen. Godwin Matkut, lauded the professionalism exhibited by the troops during the rescue operation.
โMatkut urged them to maintain the momentum until all nefarious elements are eradicated, ensuring the restoration of peace and normalcy in the region,โ Omale said. (NAN) (Vanguard)