Army Raids Kogi Kidnappers’ Camp, Seizes 1,000 Rounds of Ammunition, Six Motorcycles
Troops of the Nigerian Army have destroyed a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in Edimogbo Forest, Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State, recovering 1,000 rounds of ammunition, six motorcycles and other items during an offensive operation.
The operation was conducted by troops of the 21 Battalion Quick Reaction Force (QRF) following credible human intelligence indicating that suspected kidnappers were using the forest as a hideout.
According to the Nigerian Army, the troops swiftly mobilised to the area to locate and apprehend the suspected criminals.
However, upon sighting the advancing soldiers, the suspects reportedly fired a shot to alert other members of the group before fleeing deeper into the forest.
The troops pursued the fleeing suspects but did not make contact with them. They subsequently destroyed the criminal camp, including its supporting structures.
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Items recovered during the operation included 1,000 rounds of 7.62mm x 54 ammunition, seven bandoliers, two shovels, a hand pump, a mobile phone and a Glo modem.
Other recovered items were two packets of soap, a jerrycan of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), clothing, pairs of shoes and six daylong motorcycles.
The Army disclosed that troops were still conducting exploitation operations across the general area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent them from regrouping.
Reaffirming its commitment to combating kidnapping and other criminal activities, the Nigerian Army said it would sustain offensive operations to protect law-abiding citizens and strengthen security across the country.
It also urged members of the public to provide credible and timely information to security agencies to support ongoing operations against criminal networks.
The statement was signed on November 2, 2026, by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army Public Relations.
By PRNigeria
