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Nigerian Army rescues 11 kidnap victims, arrests terror suspects in nationwide operations
via Punch Nigeria19 hours ago2 min read
The Nigerian Army announced it rescued at least 11 kidnapped victims and arrested several terror and criminal suspects during coordinated nationwide operations over the past 24 hours. In the North-East, troops apprehended a suspected ISWAP/JAS logistics courier in Borno State, who confessed to supporting insurgent activities. In Monguno, two suspected collaborators linked to a terrorist kingpin were arrested, with items including phones, uniforms, and cash recovered. Six kidnapped victims were rescued in Bauchi State. In Yobe State, troops intercepted a truck in Nguru carrying illicit medical supplies intended for cross-border movement. In the North-West, a suspected drug peddler was arrested in Katsina State, and in Zamfara State, two abducted NDLEA personnel were rescued, and one terrorist was apprehended. Operations in Plateau State led to the recovery of 92 cattle and the rescue of an injured herder, with two suspects arrested. In the Federal Capital Territory, an illegal mining site was raided. In Rivers State, illegal refining infrastructure was destroyed. In Edo State, a suspected kidnapper was arrested in collaboration with other security agencies. The Army reiterated its commitment to defending the nation's territorial integrity and protecting lives and property, urging citizens to provide credible intelligence.
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