Troops rescue four kidnapped victims in Zamfara, Kebbi

By Kingsley Omonobi
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued four kidnapped victims during separate intelligence-led operations in Zamfara and Kebbi states as the military intensifies efforts to combat terrorism and kidnapping across the North West.
According to the Army, the victims were rescued on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State and between Bena and Sawade in Kebbi State.
“In Zamfara, troops rescued Mansur Shehu, 25, and Kadijat Haruna, 49, following a response to a reported terrorist incident on farmland across a river in Binoni Marafa, Maru LGA.
“In Kebbi, troops conducted a search-and-rescue operation after receiving...