Troops rescue 25 kidnap victims, neutralize bandits in Kaduna 

The troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have successfully rescued 25 kidnapped victims and neutralized three bandits during an offensive operation in Kauru Local Government Area (LGA), Kaduna State.

The operation, code-named Golden Peace, was launched early Tuesday morning to dismantle criminal networks terrorizing the region.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation began at approximately 6:00 a.m., with troops clearing key bandit strongholds in villages, including Ruwan Sanye, Randa, Rafin Gora, Libere Gari, and Libere Makaranta.

During the offensive, troops encountered resistance at Randa Village, where a gunfight ensued.

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Three bandits were neutralized, while several others fled, likely with gunshot wounds.

The criminals were forced to abandon their kidnapped victims, resulting in the rescue of 25 hostages.

Further pursuit of the fleeing bandits led troops to discover traces of their movements, including items such as roasted chicken, cigarettes, tramadol, energy drinks, and clothing.

Troops also uncovered an illegal clinic used by the bandits to treat their injured members.

The makeshift medical facility was subsequently destroyed to deny the criminals access to medical aid.