Troops Rescue 9 Kidnap Victims, Recover 108 Livestock In kebbi
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued nine kidnapped victims and recovered 108 livestock during separate operations in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The operations, conducted on November 3, 2026, followed a distress call reporting an attack by suspected bandits in the Danko general area, where residents were kidnapped and cattle rustled.
According to a statement, troops of Sector 2 immediately mobilised to the area and engaged the suspected bandits, forcing them to flee and abandon their captives.
During the operation, the troops rescued two victims identified as Barbuga Bawashe, 26, and Barka Dakaji, 61. They also recovered 34 cows and 74 rams.
In a related operation on the same day, troops rescued seven additional kidnapped victims from Sabon Tunga and Binoni villages.
The victims, who had reportedly spent several months in captivity, escaped from their abductors amid sustained military operations in the area.
They were identified as Muhammad Dogonta, 60; Zakari Yahu, 32; Basara Sheu, 10; Adam Shehu, 12; Hatsat Umar, 14; Albaria Hamsu, 12; and Yehusa Lawali, 35.
The rescued victims have since been handed over to the District Head of Unashi for reunion with their families.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property across its joint operations area.
The task force also urged members of the public to provide timely and credible information to support ongoing military operations and enhance security in the region.
