Army rescues kidnap victim, neutralises three in Edo

Troops recover three locally made guns, nine cartridges in forest operation
By Kingsley Omonobi
Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, have rescued a kidnap victim, identified as Prince Micheal Akao, and neutralised three suspected kidnappers in Edo State.
The operation was carried out in Sasaro Forest, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, on Sunday, October 11, 2026, following an intelligence tip-off, according to the Army.
The Army said troops of the 195 Battalion (Rear), working with other security agencies, conducted a search operation in the forest, leading to the victim’s rescue and the neutralisation of the three suspected kidnappers.
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