Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke in a joint operation with personnel of the Nigeria Police have successfully rescued six kidnapped victims, including a child, in the early hours of 2 October 2025 in Taraba.
Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade, Lt. Umar Muhammad in a statement issued Saturday said suspected kidnappers intercepted a Toyota Carina II vehicle coming from Katsina-Ala in Benue State and abducted the passengers after forcing the vehicle to a halt around an abandoned checkpoint.
He explained that the victims were whisked into the bush by the armed men.
Mohammed added: “Acting on a timely tip-off, troops of 6 Brigade, in conjunction with the Police, swiftly mobilised and combed the general area.
“Their rapid response led to the successful rescue of six persons, comprising the driver and five passengers.
“The rescued victims have been identified as: Mr. Terna Gbaya, 43 years, Mr. Musa Adamu, 55 years, Mrs. Rose Sor, 35 years, Mrs. Lydia Vyiashima, 40 years, Mrs. Comfort Iyofar, 60 years, and a baby.
“The victims have been reunited with their families. Meanwhile, search and rescue operations are still ongoing to track down the perpetrators and rescue any other victims that may still be in captivity.”
Muhammed said the Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brig-Gen. Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the swift response and synergy between the troops and the Police that led to the successful rescue operation.
He further reaffirmed the commitment of the Brigade to ensure the safety and security of lives and property in Taraba State.