Troops rescue kidnap victim, recover arms in Benue
Troops from Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have rescued a kidnap victim and recovered weapons during an operation in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. Acting Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu, said in a statement on Monday that the troops, acting on credible intelligence, stormed Agera Nagu in Mbagina, Michihe Council Ward, where suspected […]
Weapons recovered from the scene
Troops from Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have rescued a kidnap victim and recovered weapons during an operation in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.
Acting Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu, said in a statement on Monday that the troops, acting on credible intelligence, stormed Agera Nagu in Mbagina, Michihe Council Ward, where suspected kidnappers were operating.
He stated that a gun duel ensued, forcing the criminals to flee and abandon their victim, 43-year-old Teryima Torbee, who was rescued unharmed. Zubairu added that a further search of the area led to the recovery of one FN rifle, five magazines, and 83 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition.
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The Force Commander of OPWS, Major General Moses Gara, commended the troops for their swift response and professionalism.
Gara urged residents to continue providing timely information to security agencies, stressing that cooperation remains vital to defeating criminal elements and restoring peace.