Sunday, May 24, 2026 -Troops of 17 Brigade deployed at Yantumaki in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State have rescued a 30-year-old woman abducted by suspected terrorists during an early morning attack on the community.
The troops responded swiftly after hearing gunshots from the
outskirts of the town in the early hours of May 21, 2026.
According to the sources, the soldiers immediately mobilised
to the area where frightened residents informed them that the terrorists had
abducted a woman identified as Mrs Abida Rufai and escaped into the surrounding
bush.
The troops were said to have trailed the attackers along
their withdrawal route and subsequently engaged them in a gun duel.
Overpowered by the troops’ superior firepower, the
terrorists reportedly abandoned the victim and fled into the bush.
Mrs Rufai was thereafter rescued unharmed and safely
reunited with her family amid relief and excitement from members of the
community.
Military authorities said troops have continued aggressive
patrols and domination operations within the general area to forestall further
attacks and reassure residents of their safety.
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