Troops rescue 22 kidnapped victims in Sokoto, foil abduction attempts

According to Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, the first incident involved terrorists blocking the Sabon Birni–Shinkafi Road at Kura Mota Village, attacking two civilian vehicles, and abducting passengers. One civilian was killed before troops intervened, leading to the rescue of 17 passengers. In a separate operation on the same day, troops responded to a distress call from Chohi Village in Isa LGA, where armed terrorists attempted to abduct farmers.

Troops rapidly deployed, pursuing the attackers and successfully rescuing five kidnapped farmers. The military also conducted confidence-building patrols in nearby communities like Gidan Rana and Gidan Sale villages to reassure residents and prevent further attacks. These operations highlight Operation FANSAN YAMMA's commitment to securing lives and property in the North-West region.

Residents have called for a sustained military presence to enhance security.