Troops Rescue 11 Kidnap Victims in Two Operations in Kebbi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 11 kidnapped victims in two separate operations against armed bandits in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
Security sources said the operations were conducted on October 30 and 31, 2026, by troops of Sector 2 deployed for counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations in the area.
In the first operation, troops reportedly responded to a distress call indicating that armed bandits had blocked a road leading to Ribah town and attempted to enter the community.
Upon arrival, the troops discovered that an unspecified number of civilians had been kidnapped, while some motorcycles were abandoned at the scene.
The troops immediately pursued the fleeing bandits and engaged them in a firefight, forcing the criminals to abandon seven kidnapped victims.
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The rescued victims were identified as Sa’adu Bala, Dantani Yahyi, Nura Musa, Nasiru Muhammad, Abdulakeem Abubakar, Abdulahi Maikudi and Zaki Gom.
The victims were subsequently reunited with their families.
In a separate operation, troops conducting patrols in the Wasagu area reportedly came under fire from terrorists.
The troops responded decisively, forcing the attackers to flee and abandon four victims who had earlier been abducted from their farms in Wasagu Village.
The rescued victims were identified as Lawali Ali, Samaila Shuaibu, Kasimu Shuaibu and Aliyu Bala, all residents of Wasagu Village.They were subsequently handed over to the community head.
The operations underscore the continued efforts of troops under Operation Fansan Yamma to disrupt bandit activities, rescue kidnapped civilians and protect communities across Kebbi State.
The troops remain committed to responding promptly to security threats and ensuring the safety and security of residents in their area of responsibility.
