At least six people who were kidnapped from the Ejiba Church in Yagba East Local Council of Kogi State have been rescued by troops of the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Lokoja.
Recall that gunmen invaded the Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, abducting members, including the pastor and his wife, on Sunday, November 30.
Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 12 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lt. Hassan Abdullahi, released a statement confirming the rescue of six victims.
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The statement read: “In the ongoing onslaught against banditry and kidnapping across Kogi State, troops of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army have recorded another operational success with the rescue of six kidnapped victims during a coordinated search and rescue mission conducted within the Ejiba and Saminaka Forest axis spanning Yagba East and Yagba West Local Government Areas.
“The operation forms part of ongoing efforts to eliminate criminal activities and enhance security across the region.
“The operation, which followed intensified air and ground offensives by troops and supported by the Nigeria Police helicopter, yielded positive results when troops deployed at Patrol Base Ejiba in Yagba West intercepted the kidnap victims.
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“The rescued persons were found in a stable condition and confirmed to have been released by the bandits owing to the sustained pressure mounted by troops during the joint operations.
“While five of the rescued individuals have since undergone debriefing and were reunited with their families in Egbe and Ejiba communities of Yagba West Local Government Area, the sixth victim is currently receiving medical attention due to his condition at the point of rescue.”
The brigade reassured the public that the Nigerian Army remains committed to safeguarding lives and property across the state, stating: “Troops will continue to intensify operations, dominate the forests and identified hideouts, and deny criminals the freedom of action.”
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