Nigeria: Army Rescues 22 Kidnap Victims in Niger
Troops recovered three motorcycles and evacuated one injured victim after the abductors fled during a fighting patrol, the army said.
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Terrorists flee as troops rescue 22 kidnap victims in Niger
Terrorists fled and abandoned 22 kidnapped victims after troops engaged them during an operation in Muchiya village, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. The operation was carried out at about 2:30 pm on September 15, 2026, by troops of 18 Brigade, Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD, following reports of terrorist activities in the area. According to […] Terrorists flee as troops rescue 22 kidnap victims in Niger
Troops rescue 22 kidnapped victims in Rafi LGA of Niger State
In continuation of intensified offensive operations to deny terrorists freedom of action within its Area of Responsibility (AOR), troops of 18 Brigade (Bde), Nigerian Army, have rescued 22 kidnapped victims in Muchiya village, Rafi Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, HQ 18 Brigade,
Nigerian Army Rescues 22 Kidnapped Victims In Niger, Says Terrorists Abandoned Motorcycles, Fled Into Forest
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 18 Brigade have rescued 22 kidnapped victims from terrorists in Muchiya village, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. The victims were rescued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, during an offensive operation conducted by troops of the 18 Brigade Garrison in conjunction with troops of the 45 Battalion.
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