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Nigerian Army troops under Operation Eastern Sanity free 12 kidnapped victims in Igbo-Eze North, Enugu State, and arrest two suspects linked to the abduction.
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 82 Division Garrison, operating under Operation Eastern Sanity, have rescued 12 kidnapped victims from Ette Community in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State.
According to a statement by the Nigerian Army, the rescue operation took place on Friday, March 6, 2026, following a distress call reporting that several residents had been abducted by suspected kidnappers.
The troops, in collaboration with police operatives, forest guards, and members of the Neighbourhood Watch, swiftly mobilised and moved to the location where the victims were believed to have been taken.
Kidnappers Flee as Troops Advance
Upon arrival, the security team launched intensive search operations and fighting patrols across the area to locate the kidnappers and secure the victims’ release.
Faced with the swift response and combat readiness of the troops, the kidnappers abandoned the victims and fled.
Victims Rescued Unharmed, Two Suspects Arrested
All 12 kidnapped victims were rescued safely and without injuries during the operation.
Security operatives also arrested two suspects believed to be connected to the abduction. The suspects are currently under interrogation to help identify and apprehend other members of the criminal gang.
