Troops of 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army in a joint operation with personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, have rescued six kidnap victims, including a child, in Taraba State.
Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Umar Mohammed, disclosed the development in Jalingo, Taraba State capital, on Saturday.
He said the suspected kidnappers abducted passengers from a Toyota Carina II vehicle coming from Katsina-Ala in Benue State after forcing the vehicle to a halt around an abandoned checkpoint.
He said, ‘Acting on a timely tip-off, the troops of the 6 Brigade, in conjunction with the Police, swiftly mobilized and combed the general area. Their rapid response led to the successful rescue of six persons, comprising the driver and five passengers.’
The Army spokesperson identified the rescued persons as Mr. Terna Gbaya, 43; Mr. Musa Adamu, 55; Mrs. Rose Sor, 35; Mrs. Lydia Vyiashima, 40; Mrs. Comfort Iyofar, 60; and a baby.
He said the victims had been reunited with their families.
The Army spokesperson added that search and rescue operations were still ongoing to track down the perpetrators and rescue any other victims that may still be in captivity.
The Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the swift response and synergy between the troops and the Police that led to the successful rescue operation.
He further reaffirmed the commitment of the Brigade to ensure the safety and security of lives and property in Taraba State.