Troops of 6 Brigade Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Victims in Wukari
Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Wukari, Taraba State, have successfully foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued six victims unharmed.
The incident occurred on 27 April 2025, following a distress call from the Executive Chairman of Wukari Local Government Area about a suspected attack on travelers along the Wukari-Kente Road.
Responding swiftly, the troops launched a prompt rescue operation to the area. Upon arrival, they discovered an abandoned white Toyota Hilux vehicle with a flat tire by the roadside. Shortly after, six individuals emerged from a nearby bush, unharmed, and identified themselves as the vehicle’s occupants.
According to the rescued victims, they were traveling from Yola to Lafia when armed men, suspected to be kidnappers or robbers, ambushed them from behind, forcing them to flee into the bush for safety.
After securing the area, the troops assisted in repairing the flat tire and ensured the travelers continued their journey safely.
The Commander of 6 Brigade, Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa, commended the troops for their swift response and vigilance. He reassured residents of the Brigade’s continued commitment to maintaining peace and security across Taraba State and its environs.
The Nigerian Army also urged members of the public to support security agencies by providing timely and credible information to aid in curbing criminal activities.
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