State of Taraba: the Nigerian army has made seven kidnapped victims

The rescue operation

State of Taraba: the Nigerian army has made seven kidnapped victims

Wukari (basic reporter) in a well coordinated offensive aimed at dismantling the criminal enclaves, the troops of 6 brigade of the Nigerian army (NA) / sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (Ots) successfully saved seven victims kidnapped along the Chinkai-Kente-dukari road the road of August 3, 2025, by the set suspicions.

The research and rescue mission, conducted on Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 August 2025, during the operation, the troops met the kidnappers, who, overwhelmed by higher fire power and prolonged pressure, abandoned the victims and flee. Four victims were found on Tuesday in the Chinkai forest, while the remaining three victims were saved on Wednesday 6 August, in the Wukari local government community.

Basic journalists report that the safe recovery of all seven victims highlights the commitment and professionalism of the Nigerian army in the fight against kidnapping and guaranteeing the safety of the residents of the state of Taraba.

Commander 6 Brigade Na / Sector 3 Ottws, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, praised the troops for their dedication, describing the operation as a great success in the fight against crime. He reaffirmed the determination of the brigade to support aggressive operations to curb the kidnapping and safeguard lives and properties throughout the state.