Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have rescued a woman, identified as Mrs Habiba Haruna, after foiling an attempted kidnapping in Kalambaya, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident reportedly occurred around 10 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, when suspected kidnappers attempted to abduct the woman.
Haruna sustained a minor injury to one of her fingers during the attack.
According to a report shared by security analyst Zagazola Makama on X on Friday, troops stationed at Jengre under Sector 1 of Operation Enduring Peace responded to a distress call about the attempted abduction.
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Their swift intervention reportedly forced the kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee the area.
The rescued woman was immediately taken to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
Security operatives have reportedly launched efforts to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
Meanwhile, troops have continued routine patrols across their operational area to protect schools, churches and other critical national infrastructure.
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