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Posted by Lawal Munirat on September 14, 2024 0
No fewer than 13 abducted students have been rescued by the Nigerian troops deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Kaduna State.
The Army in a statement on Friday, September 13, 2024, said the victims comprising six males and seven females, were rescued after a fierce gun battle with terrorists at Chigbolu village, Kachia Local Government of Kaduna state.
“In aggressive offensive operations against terrorism and insurgency, Nigerian Army troops have obliterated yet another terrorist stronghold, successfully rescuing kidnapped students and seizing a significant cache of arms and ammunition. Troops also eliminated some insurgents, while some others were captured alive,” the statement read.
“On 12 September 2024, acting on reliable intelligence, troops stationed in Kaduna State launched a highly coordinated operation aimed at rescuing abducted persons from violent extremist camps.
“Engaging in an intense firefight at Chigbolu village, Kachia Local Government Area, the troops overpowered the terrorists, forcing them to flee and abandoning their captives.
“A thorough sweep of the area led to the rescue of 13 victims, comprising 6 males and 7 females, as well as the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, 87 rounds of 7.63mm ammunition, 4 magazines, a locally fabricated rifle and the sum of N192,220.00.
“Additionally, 5 solar panels, 5 mobile phones, dry rations, and clothing items were recovered. The rescued victims have been promptly evacuated to 1 Division Medical Services and Hospital for medical attention.”
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