Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have commenced search-and-rescue operations following the abduction of a man, identified as Victor Yakong, by suspected armed men in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident reportedly occurred at about 2:10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Rangarassang Rantiya, where Yakong and his colleague, Nensemk Yokshak, were allegedly attacked while attempting to enter their residence.
According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, who disclosed the development on X, security sources confirmed that troops of Sector 3, Operation Enduring Peace, responded after receiving information about the incident.
Yokshak reportedly escaped from the attackers and raised the alarm, prompting the security response.
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Following their arrival, the troops, working alongside Keystone personnel, launched search operations across suspected hideouts in an effort to locate the kidnappers and rescue Yakong.
Efforts are ongoing to track down those responsible and secure the victim’s safe release.
The abduction comes amid persistent security concerns in Bassa and other parts of Plateau State, where security agencies continue operations to curb kidnapping and attacks on residents.
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