Troops Rescue 74 NYSC Members From Possible Boko Haram Abduction in Borno

Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF), North East Operation Hadin Kai, have rescued 74 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) from a possible abduction attempt by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists along the Buratai–Kamuya Road in Borno State.

The Media Information Officer of the task force, Sani Uba, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday.

According to Uba, the corps members — 36 males and 38 females — were rescued around 9:05 p.m. on Tuesday after their buses broke down near a location notorious for kidnapping incidents.

“A military patrol team was swiftly deployed to the scene after a closed-circuit television (CCTV) system monitored by troops detected suspicious movement involving three buses,” Uba stated.
“On arrival, troops discovered 74 NYSC members stranded after their vehicles developed mechanical faults. The troops immediately rescued them to prevent a likely abduction attempt by Boko Haram or ISWAP elements operating in the area.”

He added that the rescued corps members are currently being accommodated at the Buratai military base, where arrangements are being made for their safe onward movement.

The military reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety of all citizens, particularly those traveling through volatile areas within the North East region.