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Nigeria Troops Rescue 16 Abductees
Nigerian Army recovers 16 kidnapped victims and weapons in Niger State operation.
In brief
Nigerian Army recovers 16 kidnapped victims and weapons in Niger State operation. Nigerian Army rescued 16 kidnapped victims and recovered two rifles, three bombs, and 33 bikes during a November 5 operation in Niger State. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Troops Ambush Suspected Terrorists
Nigerian Army troops ambushed suspected terrorists along a route in Kontagora LGA on November 5.
Rescued 16 Abductees
Troops rescued 16 kidnapped victims during the operation in Niger State.
Recovered Weapons and Cash
Two AK-47 rifles, three RPG bombs, 33 motorcycles and ₦4.1 million cash were recovered.
First Aid for Victims
Rescued victims received first aid before being reunited with families.
Related Operation on November 3
Troops intercepted suspected terrorists traveling from Makuku village to Tungan Kawo on November 3.
Recovered Items in Second Operation
Five motorcycles, a mobile phone and ₦644,300 cash were recovered in the November 3 operation.
Ongoing Security Challenges
Niger State faces repeated kidnappings and attacks on farming communities since September.
At a glance
Nigerian Army rescued 16 kidnapped victims and recovered two rifles, three bombs, and 33 bikes during a November 5 operation in Niger State.
