Kebbi bandits dislodged, killed; four rescued by soldiers: Official
Troops of the Nigerian Army and local vigilantes rescued four hostages abducted by bandits in Sabon Birni village in Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi on Monday.
Yahaya Sarki, spokesman for Governor Nasir Idris, stated in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday that the three persons were rescued in good condition and had been reunited with their families.
Troops of 1 Battalion, Dukku Barracks, Birnin Kebbi, and vigilantes raided Sabon Birni village in Shanga LGA on Monday.
“The team dislodged and neutralised some bandits as well as destroyed their camp. Items recovered include three AK-47 rifles mounted with magazines, three extra magazines, 142 rounds of ammunition and pairs of military uniforms, among other items.
“The gallant troops rescued four kidnapped victims named Alhaji Hakimi Rumbu and Amina Dikko of Sangara village in Shanga LGA and Alhaji Abdullahi and Bello Abdullahi of Tungan Namuna in Koko/Besse LGA,” he said.
Mr Sarki commended the gallant troops and reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to supporting security agencies.
(NAN)
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