Troops Rescue 1 Kidnap Victim In Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have rescued a kidnap victim from kidnappers in Yaja village, Lau local government area of Taraba State.

According to a press statement issued to LEADERSHIP on Thursday, and signed by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations of the Brigade in Jalingo, the victim was rescued by troops deployed to Mararaba Apawa, following credible intelligence on the activities of suspected kidnappers around Yaja Village.

“The operation was conducted on 11 December 2025 after troops received a distress report on the movement of the kidnappers within the area.

“Acting with remarkable speed and precision, the troops launched a hot pursuit mission, applying sustained tactical pressure that compelled the criminals to abandon their victim.

“The rescued victim, Alhaji Shuaibu, aged 40 and a resident of Yelwata community in Ardo-Kola LGA, was kidnapped on 09 December 2025,” it said.

The Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, was quoted as commending the troops for their prompt response, resilience, and professionalism.

He noted that the operation was yet another demonstration of the Brigade’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of the people of Taraba State.

The Commander, however, reaffirmed that the Brigade remains fully prepared and operationally ready to deny criminals any form of safe haven within the State.

He emphasised that all forms of kidnapping, banditry, and violent crimes will continue to attract swift and decisive military action.

Brigadier General Uwa further assured the good people of Taraba State of a peaceful, secure, and hitch-free festive season, and urged residents to remain vigilant and to continue providing timely information that could support ongoing security operations.