Troops Rescue Mother, Infant in Kogi Kidnap Operation
Troops of the 12 Brigade Nigerian Army under the 2 Division have rescued a mother and her six-month-old baby following a swift response to a kidnapping incident in Egbe, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The incident occurred late on 3 June 2026 when armed assailants invaded a residence near Solid Rock School in Ijalu, Egbe, and abducted five members of the same family, including a woman, her infant child, and three other relatives.
Following a distress alert, troops immediately mobilised in collaboration with members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) and launched a coordinated pursuit along the suspected escape route of the kidnappers.
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Under sustained pressure from the advancing security forces, the abductors abandoned two of their captives — Mrs Adekemi Idowu and her six-month-old baby — at the Oro axis before fleeing into surrounding bush areas.
The rescued victims were safely evacuated and returned to their residence, where they were reunited with other family members.
Military sources confirmed that search and rescue operations are still ongoing to secure the release of the remaining abducted persons and to track down those responsible for the attack.
The Nigerian Army reiterated its commitment to safeguarding lives and property, urging residents to continue providing timely and credible intelligence to support ongoing operations across Kogi State.
By PRNigeria
