1. In continuation of its sustained offensive operations against armed bandits and other criminals in the North West Zone of the Country, troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI have rescued some kidnapped victims.
2. On 20 December 2020, troops responded to a distress call on bandits’ activities at Yenyewa Village. Accordingly, troops mobilized swiftly to the location where they made contact and engaged the armed bandits. The gallant troops overwhelmed the criminals with superior firepower and forced them to abandon 10 kidnapped victims before fleeing in disarray. The rescued kidnapped victims have been reunited with their families.
3. You are kindly requested to disseminate this information through your medium for the awareness of the general public.
JOHN ENENCHE
Coordinator
Defence Media Operations
Defence Headquarters
22 December 2020
