Frontline troops of 18 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have dealt a crushing blow to criminal syndicates operating in Niger State, overrunning terrorist positions in Mariga Local Government Area and rescuing 21 kidnapped victims unhurt following intense gun battles.
Desk: Defence & Security
Date: 10 November 2026
Time: 19:10 WAT
Location: 📍 Minna, Nigeria
The successful tactical interdiction was launched after intelligence assets tracked heightened insurgent movements around Abaha and Sabon Wuri villages, prompting command leadership to deploy an aggressive fighting patrol to intercept the criminal elements.
Upon making contact, troops engaged the terrorists in a fierce firefight, using superior combat firepower to overpower the syndicate and forcing the armed gang to abandon their victims and flee into surrounding forests with heavy gunshot casualties.
The Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations for HQ 18 Brigade, Captain Adebayo Samuel Adewumi, confirmed the successful interdiction and tactical rescue operations in an official statement.
All 21 rescued victims received immediate field first aid and underwent preliminary profiling before being transferred to state civil authorities for formal reunification with their families.
Following the operational victory, the Commander of 18 Brigade commended the troops for their gallantry and sustained tactical momentum, while urging residents of Mariga and neighboring communities to immediately report individuals seeking treatment for gunshot wounds or displaying suspicious movements to nearby security agencies.
🏷 Tags: Nigerian Army, 18 Brigade, Niger State, Mariga LGA, Kidnap Rescue, Adebayo Samuel Adewumi, Counter Terrorism, Minna
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