Seven victims were abducted along the Chinkai–Kente–Wukari road in the Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State, according to operations from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS).
The victims were allegedly kidnapped on August 3 by suspected abductor(s).
The kidnappers abandoned the victims and fled after being overpowered by superior firepower and sustained pressure during the operation.
On August 5, 2018, four victims were unharmed in Chinkai Forest, and three other female victims were rescued in Owedi Community, Wukari Local Government Area, on August 6.
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Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, the 6 Brigade’s spokesman, made this known in a statement on Wednesday.
He cited the Nigerian Army’s commitment and professionalism in preventing kidnapping and ensuring the security of residents of Taraba State.
Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa, commander of the 6th Brigade NA/Sector 3 OPWS, commended the soldiers’ hard work and described the operation as a significant success in the fight against crime.
Source: Channels TV
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