The Nigerian Army has rescued a kidnap victim and
killed three suspected kidnappers during an operation in Sasaro Forest,
Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
According to the Army, troops of 195 Battalion
(Reconnaissance), working with other security agencies, carried out the
operation at about 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2026, acting on a tip-off.
The rescued victim was identified as Prince Michael Akao.
The troops recovered three locally fabricated guns,
nine cartridges and other items from the suspects. Akao was taken to hospital
for medical attention and is reported to be responding well to treatment.
The recovered items have been handed over to the
Department of State Services (DSS), while the bodies of the neutralised
suspects are in the custody of the Nigeria Police Force. The Army said the
operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal
activities within the area of responsibility of its 2 Division.
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