By RhemDy News
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued three kidnapped victims, neutralised two terrorists and recovered arms and other items during a decisive operation in Edo State.
The well-coordinated operation was conducted in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilante groups.
According to a statement posted to the Army's Facebook page on Tuesday, the operation was initiated following a report of a kidnap incident at Ambrose Alli University on July 13, 2026.
Acting promptly on credible intelligence, troops in close synergy with personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, launched a coordinated pursuit of the fleeing criminals into their hideout in Esan Local Government Area of Edo State.
Upon making contact, the joint security team engaged the criminals in a fierce firefight, leading to the neutralisation of two terrorists.
The sustained offensive pressure compelled the remaining members of the gang to abandon their captives and flee the scene resulting in the rescue of three abducted victims unhurt.
Items recovered during the operation include three AK-47 rifles, thirty-nine rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, three mobile phones and two power banks.
The recovered items are currently in custody, while efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing members of the criminal syndicate.
The Nigerian Army pledged its resolute commitment to working closely with sister security agencies and relevant stakeholders to decisively deal with criminal elements and ensure the protection of lives and property across the country.
It urged the public to support these operations with credible information about criminal hideouts and collaborators.
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