Troops rescue 360 abducted women, children in Gwoza operation

Troops operating in Nigeria's Borno State have successfully rescued around 360 civilians who had been abducted by terrorists. The operation, conducted by the North-East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with Special Operations Forces, freed the captives from the Ngoshe community in the Gwoza Local Government Area.

The rescued individuals were predominantly women and children, highlighting the vulnerability of these groups to terrorist abductions. The successful operation signifies a significant effort by the Nigerian military to combat terrorism and protect civilian lives in the restive region.

Details regarding the specific terrorist group responsible for the abduction and the exact circumstances of the rescue were not immediately available. However, the operation underscores the ongoing challenges posed by terrorist activities in northeastern Nigeria and the military's commitment to addressing them.