Nigerian_Army rescues 23 in Kogi_State

Troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigeria — Nigerian Army>>>, successfully rescued 23 kidnapped passengers following a counter-kidnapping operation along the Ayegunle-Bunu Road in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Nigeria — Kogi State>>>. The incident occurred in the early hours of June 1, 2026, when suspected bandits barricaded the highway and abducted several travelers. Acting on a distress call, troops swiftly responded, initiating a pursuit that forced the kidnappers to abandon their captives. During the operation, two victims were confirmed dead, and five others sustained injuries and were evacuated to St. Joseph Hospital, Kabba>>>. The Nigeria — Nigerian Army>>> also recovered two abandoned commercial buses and a HOWO truck. Search-and-rescue operations are ongoing to locate any remaining victims and track down the perpetrators, with the Nigeria — Nigerian Army>>> reaffirming its commitment to strengthening security across Nigeria — Kogi State>>> and Nigeria>>>.