Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued a kidnapped victim, neutralised two suspected kidnappers and recovered ₦10 million reportedly paid as ransom during a security operation in Falgore Forest, Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State.
The operation was carried out by troops of the 3 Brigade under Operation MESA, in collaboration with personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and local hunters.
According to a statement by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, 3 Brigade, Major Babatunde Zubairu, the operation followed the abduction of Alhaji Kabiru Aliyu on October 11, 2026.
Aliyu was reportedly kidnapped at Fanyabo Village in Falgore Forest while returning from Yandoka Market in Kaduna State at about midnight.
Following the abduction, the kidnappers allegedly contacted his family in Yan Taburmi Village and demanded a ransom for his release.
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Acting on credible intelligence, security operatives mounted an ambush in the area, leading to the rescue of the victim and the neutralisation of two suspected members of the kidnapping syndicate. Other suspected gang members reportedly fled towards Falgore Forest.
A subsequent search of the area led to the recovery of ₦10 million, said to be the ransom paid by the victim’s family. The money was later returned to Aliyu and his family.
The Commander of the 3 Brigade, Brigadier General Saka Jimoh, commended the troops for their alertness and professionalism, reaffirming the Army’s commitment to tackling criminal activities and strengthening security across Kano State.
He also urged residents to provide timely and credible information to security agencies to support ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other security threats.
The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by security agencies to curb kidnapping and protect residents in affected communities.
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