Ground Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt in Delta, Rescue Passengers 

Ground Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt in Delta, Rescue Passengers 

Nigerian Army troops have successfully thwarted a kidnap attempt by suspected terrorists on the Ughelli-Patani Road in Delta, rescuing passengers from a commercial bus.

In a post on its official X Handle on Sunday said the troops responded swiftly to a distress call, mobilizing rapidly to confront the terrorists in a fierce firefight.

“The terrorists, armed with assorted weapons, were forced to abandon their captives and flee the scene.

“The rescued passengers are receiving necessary care and support in safe custody, while the troops continue to pursue the fleeing terrorists,” its said.

By PRNigeria