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Nigerian Army rescues five kidnapped victims in Kogi State
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Troops of the 12 Brigade Nigerian Army rescued five kidnapped victims in Kogi State on Wednesday. The rescue occurred during ongoing counter-terrorism operations as terrorists abandoned the victims while fleeing sustained military pressure. The operation, part of efforts to dismantle criminal networks, followed intensified ground and air offensives targeting terrorist hideouts. According to Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 12 Brigade, troops intercepted the victims along the Oshokoshoko鈥揂dankolo route after an air interdiction mission. The rescued individuals were evacuated for medical attention and debriefing to gather intelligence. Efforts are underway to reunite them with their families. Brigadier General Kasim Sidi, Commander of 12 Brigade, commended the troops and urged residents to provide credible intelligence to support military operations.
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