Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadarin Daji, OPHD, have rescued five women and two babies in Zamfara State after spending two months in captivity.
This is according to a statement issued in Gusau on Thursday by the Information Officer to the Operation, Lt. Suleiman Omale.
âTroops in a daring operation, successfully stormed Kuyambana forest in Zamfara State and succeeded in rescuing five women and two babies.
âThey were kidnapped in January 2024 from Marange village in Kagara Local Government Area of Niger State.
âThe victims, who endured months of captivity, were liberated following the relentless offensive operations carried out by the vigilant troops in the Kuyambana area.
âThe successful rescue operation came as a result of the unwavering pressure exerted on the bandits by the troops, leading to the victimsâ escape from the terroristsâ enclavesâ, Omale said
He further stated that the victims went through debriefing sessions and were promptly handed over to the relevant authorities for the necessary procedures to reunite them with their respective families.
âThe General Officer Commanding 8 Division of the Nigerian Army Sokoto, Maj. Gen. Godwin Matkut lauded professionalism exhibited by the troops during the rescue operation.
âMatkut urged them to maintain the momentum until all nefarious elements are eradicated, ensuring the restoration of peace and normalcy in the regionâ, Omale said
