Soldiers rescue six kidnap victims in Katsina

Troops of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have rescued six individuals who had been abducted by bandits in Katsina State. The victims, comprising four women and two young boys, were intercepted by soldiers on patrol in the Faskari Local Government Area on Monday, June 29, 2026.

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Troops deployed at Unguwan Doka, while on a routine foot patrol, intercepted six kidnapped victims comprising four women and two male children wandering in the bush after escaping from their abductors.

The rescued individuals were found wandering in the bush after managing to escape from their captors. According to a statement from the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Captain Abayomi Adisa, the victims were identified as Mrs. Umaima Isiaku (30), Amina Isiaku (16), Safiya Isiaku (15), Ramatu Suleiman (30), Muhammad Shehu (4), and Ibrahim Suleiman (2).

Preliminary Army investigations revealed that the group was abducted on June 22, 2026, from Unguwan Lado in Kankara Local Government Area. The soldiers provided immediate first aid, food, and other essential support to the victims before reuniting them with their families.

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Following their rescue, the troops administered first aid, provided food and other immediate necessities before reuniting them with their families.

Brigadier General Ishaya Ibrahim, Commander of the 17 Brigade, reiterated the Army's dedication to sustaining operations against criminal elements in the state. He emphasized the brigade's commitment to aggressive operations to ensure the safety and security of lives and property within its area of responsibility. This rescue is part of ongoing efforts to address banditry and security challenges in Katsina and the wider North-West region.

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The Brigade remains committed to sustaining aggressive operations against criminal elements while ensuring the safety and security of lives and property across its Area of Responsibility.