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Troops from the 12 Composite Brigade of the Nigerian Army have taken down two suspected kidnappers and seized weapons during a follow-up mission in Edimogbo Forest, located in the Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State.
In a statement released late Tuesday night, Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the 12 Composite Brigade, explained that the operation took place on November 3, 2026. This followed an earlier raid on a suspected kidnapper hideout in the forest on November 2, where troops encountered the criminals.
He mentioned that the follow-up mission focused on tracking down fleeing suspects and clearing out remaining hideouts. The items recovered included two AK-47 rifles, seven magazines, 438 rounds of 7.62mm x 54 ammunition, 4,725 rounds of special 7.62mm ammunition, two bandoliers, two mobile phones, and a power bank.
The Army stated that this operation shows their commitment to putting pressure on criminal activities, protecting lives and property, and restoring lasting peace and security throughout Kogi State.
“The successful follow-up mission builds on the achievements from the previous day’s raid and highlights the Brigade’s determination to keep up pressure on criminal elements within its area.”
“The troops have kept control over the area, with their morale and fighting efficiency still strong,” the statement mentioned.
According to reports, soldiers from the 12 Composite Brigade are working alongside the Kogi State Police Command and other security teams to combat kidnapping in various parts of the state.
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