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Troops Rescue 8 Captives in Kogi as Boko Haram Kills Herder, Rustles 200 Cattle in Borno

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May 24, 2025
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Troops Rescue 8 Captives in Kogi as Boko Haram Kills Herder, Rustles 200 Cattle in Borno

In a major counter-kidnapping operation, troops of the Nigerian Army alongside other security agencies rescued eight abducted victims and neutralized one suspected kidnapper at the Kogi-Enugu border on Friday , PRNigeria learnt.

The daring rescue mission took place around Isi River, near Nokwa Community in Kogi and Nimbo in Enugu State, following credible intelligence.

According to Zagazola, the troops reportedly stormed a suspected kidnappers’ den at about 2:00 p.m., engaging the criminals in a gun duel that led to their escape and the death of one assailant.

The victims, all rescued unharmed, include Ugwuoke Victor Chidera, Asogwa Sochima, Calister Ezema, Ezugwu Charity, Ezugwu Kenneth, Ike Nnamdi, Francis Okoro, and Ikenna Okeagu, hailing from various communities in Enugu State.

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Security forces have since intensified operations in the area to ensure complete clearance of criminal elements and safeguard residents.

In a separate development, suspected Boko Haram terrorists from the Buduma faction launched a brazen attack on a herder in Yele bush, Monguno Local Government Area of Borno State, on May 20, 2025. The assailants shot Muhammadu Hammadu, 30, while he was grazing cattle, and made away with about 200 livestock.

According to Abubakar Mohammed of Fulatari Ward, the victim sustained gunshot wounds on his right hand and buttock but survived the assault. Security operatives are currently on the trail of the attackers to recover the stolen cattle and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Both incidents underscore the persistent security challenges across regions, as well as the continued efforts of Nigerian troops in combating terrorism, kidnapping, and cattle rustling.

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