Three Kidnap Victims Rescued

Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued three kidnapped victims during separate operations in Sakaba Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

The victims were identified as Aisha Aminu, 46; Sumayya Aminu, 27; and Nana Abbas, 15.

The rescue operations took place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, with two victims recovered in Makuku village and the third rescued in Dankolo village, according to the Nigerian Army.

Victims Handed Over to Community Leaders

The spokesman for the Army’s 8 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, disclosed the development on Sunday.

He said the operation was completed without any reported incident.

Following their rescue, the victims were handed over to the District Head of Dirindaji, Alhaji Usman Muhammad, through the chairman of Sakaba Local Government Area.

The Army did not disclose details about the circumstances of their abduction or how long they had been held captive.

Army Reaffirms Commitment to Security

The military reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property, assuring residents that troops would continue operations to safeguard communities across Kebbi State.

The rescue comes amid persistent security concerns in parts of north-western Nigeria, where kidnappings and other armed attacks have continued to threaten residents.

Authorities have not announced any arrests linked to the abductions of the three victims.