ARMY: Troops Foil Kidnapping, Rescue Three in Taraba.

By Jako Keke.

Troops of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued three victims during a swift, intelligence-led operation in Taraba State.

The operation was carried out on January 5, 2026, after troops deployed at Jeb Jeb town received credible intelligence on the movement and activities of suspected kidnappers in Sangai Village, Bachama Ward of Karim Lamido Local Government Area.

Acting promptly on the information, the troops were immediately mobilised and pursued the suspects towards the border area between Taraba and Plateau states. On sighting the advancing soldiers, the suspected kidnappers abandoned their captives and fled into the surrounding bushes.

As a result of the operation, three victims—Nimron Umar, 25; Abafaras Ibrahim, 20; and Habila Yunusa, 23—were successfully rescued without injury. The rescued persons are currently in military custody, where they are receiving necessary care and undergoing documentation, after which they will be reunited with their families.

Commending the troops for their professionalism, swift response and dedication to duty, the Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to sustaining offensive operations across Taraba State to deny criminal elements freedom of action and ensure lasting peace and security in the state and its environs.

The Brigade Commander also called on members of the public to continue to support security agencies by providing timely and credible information, noting that such cooperation remains critical to the success of ongoing military operations.

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