Monday, October 12, 2026 - Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued a kidnap victim and neutralised three suspected kidnappers during an operation in Sasaro Forest, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
The Army said the operation was conducted at about 2:00 a.m.
on Sunday, October 11, 2026 following a tip-off, by troops of 195 Battalion
(Reconnaissance), in collaboration with other security agencies.
The rescued victim was identified as Prince Michael Akao.
During the operation, the troops neutralised three suspected
kidnappers and recovered three locally fabricated guns, nine cartridges and
other sundry items.
The rescued victim was subsequently evacuated to a hospital
for medical attention and was reported to be responding well to treatment.
The recovered items have been handed over to the Department
of State Services (DSS), while the corpses of the neutralised suspects are in
the custody of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
The operation forms part of ongoing security efforts to
combat kidnapping and other criminal activities within the Nigerian Army's 2
Division area of responsibility.
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