Troops Repel Kidnap Attempt, Rescue 2 Victims And Recover Arms in Benue

Troops have successfully repelled a kidnap attempt and rescued 2 kidnap victims in Benue State, North Central Nigeria. 

Nigerian Army deployed for Counter- terrorism operations in conjunction with Volunteer Guards while esponding to a distress call from the enclave of the suspected kidnap gang in Tsede Village, along Road Tor Donga Takum in Katsina Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, quickly mobilized to the location, engaging the kidnappers in a shootout. 

The troops forced the criminals to retreat in disarray, abandoning their captives. The rescued victims, identified as Chief Sano Kursi and Augustine Sada, were unharmed and have since been reunited with their families. 

The troops also recovered one FN rifle, One FN rifle magazine, 17 AK-47 rifle magazines, 10 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition, 58 rounds of 7.62 mm (NATO) ammunition and 3 ATM cards.

This successful operation demonstrates Nigerian Army's commitment to protecting lives and property in the region and also highlights the importance of collaboration between security forces and local communities in combating crime.