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Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 30 farmers abducted by bandits in Tudun Wada, Bena district of Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area, Kebbi State.
The development was disclosed by a security analyst, Bakastine, via his X handle on Saturday. According to Bakastine, the victims, who were kidnapped while working on their farms, were rescued unharmed after troops trailed the abductors into the forest.
“This afternoon, soldiers in Kebbi State have rescued 30 farmers abducted in Tudun Wada Bena district, Danko-Wasagu LGA. The victims were taken while working on their farms. Troops tracked the gunmen into the bush and freed all captives unharmed. Ops still ongoing,” the post read.
According to sources, the victims were released following the swift response of the troops, who engaged the bandits in a coordinated search-and-rescue operation.
Residents in the area commended the efforts of the security operatives, describing the rescue as a relief after weeks of tension over rising cases of abductions in parts of southern Kebbi.
Security operations are said to be ongoing in the general area to flush out the remaining suspects and restore lasting peace.
