Thursday, June 18, 2026 - Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued a woman and two children who escaped from captivity in the Sambisa Forest following sustained military operations against terrorist groups in the North-East.
The escapees were received by troops of the 114 Battalion at
the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Izge, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno
State, at about 2:00 p.m. on June 15, 2026.
The rescued individuals were identified as Falmatu Ibrahim,
30, Yabo Modu, 7, and Sadiq Modu, 4.
According to the sources, the trio escaped from Gazua in the
Damboa axis of the Sambisa Forest and made their way to the military position
in Izge.
Falmatu told security personnel during preliminary
debriefing that sustained military pressure on terrorist enclaves created an
opportunity for them to flee captivity.
She further revealed that she is a native of Konduga Local
Government Area and was abducted by terrorists on the outskirts of Dalori about
a year ago.
The rescued individuals were screened and documented by
security personnel and are currently in the custody of the 26 Task Force
Brigade for further administrative procedures and support.
Military authorities said the development underscores the
impact of ongoing counter-insurgency operations, which continue to weaken
terrorist strongholds and facilitate the escape of captives held in remote
forest locations.
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