Troops rescue 23 kidnap victims in Kogi, recover vehicles

Troops of the 12 Brigade Nigerian Army have rescued 23 individuals who were kidnapped following a bandit attack along the Ayegunle–Bunu road in Kogi State's Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area. The incident occurred early Monday morning when suspected bandits blocked the road, abducting an unspecified number of passengers.

Upon receiving a distress call, troops were deployed to the scene. However, the assailants had already fled before their arrival. The soldiers discovered two deceased individuals and five injured victims at the site. Two commercial buses and a HOWO truck were found abandoned on the roadside.

The troops immediately initiated pursuit operations along the routes the kidnappers used for withdrawal. This sustained pressure led to the rescue of 23 passengers who had been abandoned by the fleeing criminals. The injured victims were transported to St. Joseph Hospital in Kabba for medical treatment.

Efforts are currently underway to track down the perpetrators and rescue any remaining victims. The Nigerian Army's swift response highlights its commitment to combating banditry and ensuring the safety of commuters in the region.