Monday, November 3, 2025 - In a sustained effort to rid Kogi State of criminal activities troops of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Oguma, have successfully rescued two k!dnapped victims and recovered the ransom money meant for their release.
A statement from the Defence Headquarters says the operation
which led to the rescue of the victims took place on November 2 following
credible intelligence on k!dnapping activities along the Itobe–Adumu–Ejule
axis, as well as reports of relatives of some of the victims attempting to
deliver ransom to secure their release. Troops acted swiftly on the information
and projected a patrol to Achigili Forest to intercept the bandits.
However, while en route to the location, the troops came
under fire from the criminals. In the ensuing exchange, the gallant soldiers
engaged the bandits with superior firepower, forcing them to abandon two
victims along with the ransom money. The criminals subsequently fled into the
forest with various degrees of gunshot wounds.
Following the encounter, the troops rescued the victims and
recovered the sum of ₦3,800,000 (three million, eight hundred thousand naira)
intended for ransom payment. The rescued victims were immediately debriefed to
aid further operations, while the recovered cash was handed back to them. They
are currently in safe custody at the troops’ location pending handover to the
appropriate authorities.
The Nigerian Army says it remains resolute and unwavering in
its determination to protect lives and property. Members of the public are
therefore enjoined to continually support the military and other security
agencies by providing timely and credible information that will aid in the
fight against criminal elements within the state.
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